Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Cut in the softened unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the lemon zest, orange zest, eggs, and Marsala or white wine to the mixture, and mix until a smooth, slightly tacky dough forms.
- Lightly flour your hands and surface; roll small pieces of dough into marble-sized balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- In a deep pot or heavy-bottomed pan, heat canola oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil in batches, frying them for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the fried struffoli from the oil and allow excess oil to drain back into the pot, placing them on a plate lined with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine honey and fresh orange juice until smooth; toss warm struffoli in this mixture.
- Arrange the glazed struffoli into a wreath shape on a serving dish, and sprinkle nonpareil sprinkles or crushed nuts over the top.
Nutrition
Notes
These struffoli are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored for up to 2 days at room temperature.
