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Struffoli

🇮🇹 A dish from Italy

Struffoli, a dish from Italy
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Struffoli, also known as Honey Balls, is a Neapolitan dish made of deep fried balls of sweet dough. The dough is used in many Italian sweet treats such as chiacchiere.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsflour, eggs, sugar, honey, citrus zest, colorful sprinkles
🔥Cooking methodsmall dough balls deep fried then coated in warm honey
👅Flavour & stylesweet, sticky, festive
🕒When it’s eatenholiday and Christmas-season dessert

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Struffoli come from?
Struffoli is a dish that originated in Italy.
What is Struffoli?
Struffoli, also known as Honey Balls, is a Neapolitan dish made of deep fried balls of sweet dough. The dough is used in many Italian sweet treats such as chiacchiere.