Struffoli NAPOLETANI- FATTI IN CASA- Ricetta Originale ANTICA della Nonna

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

candied fruit

🥗Healthier: dried fruit

💰Cheaper: fresh fruit

Dried fruit offers similar sweetness with less sugar.

sprinkles

🥗Healthier: nuts

💰Cheaper: seeds

Nuts add crunch and flavor without artificial colors.

In a bowl, mix 330 g of flour with 1 tablespoon of sugar.

Add 2 eggs, 50 g of milk, 20 g of anise, grated zest of 1 lemon, and 10 g of butter to the mixture.

Knead the dough until smooth and let it rest.

Roll the dough into small balls and deep-fry them in hot oil until golden brown.

In a separate pot, heat 250 g of acacia or wildflower honey with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 tablespoon of anise, adding the grated zest of 1 lemon.

Once the struffoli are fried, coat them in the honey mixture and arrange them on a serving plate.

Decorate with candied cherries and colorful sprinkles.

Cooking Techniques

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