Celebrate Carnevale like an Italian with these festive sweet fritters.
During this time of year, the streets of Italy are crowded with colorful costumes, elaborate masks, and confetti: the Carnevale celebrations are in full force! One key feature of Carnevale celebrations across Italy are sweet fritters. Whether scooped into puffy donuts or rolled flat and cut into crispy ribbons, you can easily find a delicious fritter at any Carnevale celebration. These Frittelle di Ricotta have a tender texture, thanks to the fresh ricotta in the dough.
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
10 people
Preparation time
60 minutes
Cooking time
30 minutes
INGREDIENTS
2 cups (500 grams) cow's milk ricotta, drained
1/3 cup (60 grams) sugar
3 large eggs
2 cups (200 grams) pastry flour
2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder
1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
Vegetable oil, for frying
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
STEPS
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, sugar, and eggs. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together and then fold the dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture using a rubber spatula (or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment). Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Fill a Dutch oven or stockpot with several inches of oil. Clip a candy thermometer to the pot, and place over medium heat. Bring the oil to 325°F (165°C) and regulate the heat to keep it at that temperature as you fry the dough.
Working in batches, use a very small gelato scoop to scoop the batter into golf ball-sized balls directly into the oil. Fry the fritters until dark brown, 6 to 7 minutes. As they are ready, remove them with a slotted spoon or skimmer and transfer to the prepared baking sheet to drain briefly. Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve warm or at room temperature.
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