Struffoli –Y’all ready to get your taste buds dancing? Today, we’re diving into a classic Italian treat that’ll have you coming back for seconds. Struffoli, also known as honey balls, are the perfect sweet addition to any gathering. Let’s get in the kitchen and whip up this deliciousness!
Struffoli (Honey Balls)
Look at these delightful little bites! They’re crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and drizzled with honey—oh my goodness, can you say yum? Just one bite, and you’ll be hooked!
Ingredients Needed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup honey
- Sprinkles or colored confetti (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Give it a quick whisk to ensure it’s combined well.
- In another bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a dough forms. You want it to be nice and smooth, not sticky.
- Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rest for about 30 minutes. This helps it get nice and fluffy!
- Heat up the vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat. You want enough oil to submerge the struffoli—a few inches should do the trick.
- Once your oil is hot, take small pieces of the dough and roll them into tiny balls, about the size of a marble.
- Fry the dough balls in batches, turning them occasionally until they’re golden brown. This should take around 3-4 minutes. Make sure to keep an eye on them to prevent burning!
- Once they’re done, remove them from the oil and let them drain on paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
- While they’re cooling, heat the honey in a small saucepan until it’s warm. You want it to be pourable but not boiling.
- In a large bowl, drizzle the warm honey over the fried dough balls and toss them to coat evenly.
- Finally, serve these heavenly bites on a platter, and sprinkle with a little bit of color for that festive touch!
Now you got yourself a tray full of struffoli, perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or just because you deserve a treat! Enjoy every single bite!
