Description
Dolci di Carnevale are traditional Italian carnival sweets, often fried and dusted with sugar. They are popular during the festive season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 100g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 50g butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Knead into a smooth dough.
- Roll out the dough to 1cm thickness and cut into shapes.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F).
- Fry the dough pieces until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes before rolling for easier handling.
- Use a slotted spoon to turn the dough pieces while frying.
- Serve warm for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: carnival sweets, Italian dessert, fried pastries