STRUFFOLI-HONEY BALLS

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Christmas Holiday Favorite

Provided by Millie Terranova

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 c all purpose flour
1 large lemon zest, grated
1/2 large orange zest
3 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking powder
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 Tbsp lemonicello, rum or brandy or fresh lemon juice
1 c honey
1/2 stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces room temperature
GLAZE
1 c honey
1/2 c sugar
1 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
TOPPINGS
candy sprinkles
or powder sugar
lemon zest, grated
orange zest, grated
OIL FOR FRYING-CANOLA, PEANUT OIL OR VEGETABLE OIL

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all dry ingredients and then add wet ingredients and work it together until you have a smooth dough
  • 2. Make a ball of the dough Refrig dough ½ hour. Will need extra flour for working dough Make a ball and cut into four pieces. Roll into ropes, cut and roll into small balls.
  • 3. Drop into hot oil temperature 350 degrees, I use thermometer. Cook until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. I use Canola Oil, but can use peanut or vegetable oil
  • 4. Melt honey and sugar until it is thin. Be careful not to over cook. Just melt enough so that it is blended. Place drained struffoli in big bowl, pour honey mixture and toss to cover struffoli. Add topping and enjoy. Must warn they are very addictive. Enjoy

Sadia Ramzan
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I love the crispy texture of these honey balls.


CHINEDU Okoli
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These honey balls are a great addition to any dessert table.


Kyra Wilbourn
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I've never had struffoli before, but I'm definitely a fan now.


Mr Naasir
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These are a great way to use up leftover honey.


zander steyn
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I'm not a big fan of honey, but I loved these honey balls. The sweetness was just right.


Areyan Hawlader
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These are a great make-ahead dessert. I made them a few days ahead of time and they were still delicious.


Danya Mahmood
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I love the way these honey balls look. They're so festive and colorful.


Khalid Abbas
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These are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Rosy Fuentes Hdez
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I made these for a party and they were a big hit. Everyone loved them!


Oriun Green
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These honey balls are a great way to use up leftover dough. They're also a fun and easy treat to make with kids.


Ugly BOI
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I've always wanted to try struffoli and I'm so glad I finally did. They're so good! I'll definitely be making these again.


Adriana Rodriguez
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These are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of sweet and crunchy.


Tazmim Hasan
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I made these for my family and they loved them! They're a great treat for any occasion.


Sonam Sherpa
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These honey balls are a great addition to any holiday dessert table. They're sweet and crispy, and the honey syrup is the perfect finishing touch.


Varsho Jagasar
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I was a little hesitant to make these because I'd never made anything like them before, but they were surprisingly easy to make and turned out amazing! I'm so glad I tried them.


Marie Hewitt
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These are the best struffoli I've ever had! The honey syrup is so flavorful and the dough is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Evil Pathan
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I've made these struffoli many times and they always come out great. I love that they can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.


Ed Chikay
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These honey balls were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and taste delicious. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect.