Follow these steps for perfect results
Icing Sugar
for dusting
Hazelnut
toasted
Honey
Lemon zest
Sunflower Oil
for frying
Salt
Sugar
Sugar
Vanilla Extract
All Purpose Flour (Maida)
and more for dusting
Lemon juice
Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)
Orange Zest (Rind)
Sift flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt into a mixing bowl.
Add lemon zest, orange zest, vanilla, yogurt, and lemon juice.
Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Wrap the dough in cling film and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Sprinkle dry flour on a work surface.
Divide the dough into two parts.
Make 4 small pieces from one part of the dough.
Roll each piece into a long strip.
Cut each strip into small, hazelnut-sized pieces.
Roll the small pieces into round balls and place them on a baking paper-lined baking sheet.
Repeat with remaining strips and other part of the dough.
Heat oil for frying in a pan.
Deep fry the struffoli balls until golden from both sides.
Drain them on a paper towel and set aside.
In another pan, add sugar, honey, and lemon juice.
Let the syrup boil for 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and add the fried struffoli and toasted hazelnuts into the syrup.
Mix well to coat evenly in the syrup.
Remove from syrup and serve sprinkled with icing sugar.
Store in airtight jars.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for even frying.
Don't overcrowd the pan when frying.
Adjust the amount of honey for desired sweetness.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made a day ahead
Pile high on a decorative plate, dust generously with icing sugar.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Serve with coffee or dessert wine.
Sweet and bubbly, complements the sweetness of the struffoli.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Christmas dessert
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