When you first encounter your first Struffoli, you’ll likely be a little tentative. It is after all a little messy, given that it is dripping in honey and you typically eat it with your fingers. But believe me, you’ll get over that real quick! You can’t eat one, I can tell you that! In fact, you’ll have trouble stopping – but it’s worth it!
Here’s what you’re going to need to make your very own batch of Struffoli!
Struffoli is an Italian dessert traditionally served during Christmas, a towering pyramid of fried dough drenched with honey and topped with sprinkles or Jordan almonds. This seasonal specialty was mastered by the bakers at DeRobertis, with light, fluffy dough balls and warmed honey that coats every bite.
Serves 6-10
4 cups (512 g) flour
6 eggs
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla
½ cup (100 g) sugar
Pinch of salt
½ cup (118 ml) vegetable oil
1 qt (946 ml) honey
Sprinkles or Jordan almonds for garnish (optional)
Head on over to Ms. Galarza’s wonderful article over at Eater.com to learn how to put it all together and to read more about DeRobertis Pasticceria!
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