Struffoli and Scalidi Recipe / Traditional Italian Christmas Cookies

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 sweetness without added sugar.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener.

Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

Whisk eggs, white rum, and orange juice in another bowl.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Roll the dough into small balls, about the size of a marble.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the dough balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove the fried balls and drain on paper towels.

In a saucepan, heat honey, orange zest, and sugar with water until bubbling.

Add the fried dough balls to the honey and stir to coat evenly.

Transfer to a serving platter and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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