Struffoli (Neapolitan Honey Fried Dough)
Struffoli is a fried Neapolitan dessert.
Medium
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Everything you'll need to make this recipe
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6 eggs
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6 tbsp vegetable oil
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3 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp cream of tartar
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1½ cups white granulated sugar
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½ cup dry sherry
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Flour
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Shortening or oil for deep frying
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1½ cups white granulated sugar
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2 cups honey
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1 tbsp orange zest
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
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Combine eggs, oil, baking powder, cream of tartar, sugar, and sherry. Mix in enough flour to make a dough. The dough should be somewhat sticky but still workable.
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Shape dough into small balls, about ½ inch in diameter.
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Heat the shortening or oil to 350â375°F. Deep fry the dough balls until golden brown and cooked through.
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Mix all the glaze ingredients over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Dip each fritter into the glaze, and remove.