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Sfingi di Ricotta (Italian Ricotta Doughnuts)

Light and fluffy, these sfingi are made with ricotta for a creamy texture and a delicate sweetness. Dust them with confectioners' sugar, or drizzle with melted chocolate or honey for an extra indulgence.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian American
Servings: 24 sfingi
Calories: 83kcal
Author: Marie

Equipment

  • Deep pot for frying

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil enough for fryer or pot

For Dusting or Topping (Choose one or more)

  • Confectioners' sugar
  • melted chocolate or warmed Nutella
  • Honey

Instructions

Batter Preparation:

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Stir in the ricotta cheese until the mixture is smooth.

Dry Ingredients:

  • Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Combine Mixtures:

  • Gently fold the dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick and smooth.

Frying Setup:

  • Pour vegetable oil into a deep saucepan until it reaches a depth of about 3 inches.
  • Heat the oil to 370°F (188°C) if you have one, using a frying thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.

Cooking Sfingi:

  • Once the oil is heated, carefully drop a heaping tablespoon of batter into the oil, cooking in batches of six to avoid overcrowding. You can also use a large pastry bag with a large tip and drop a tablespoon or so at a time this way.
  • Fry each piece until golden brown and puffed up, turning them with a slotted spoon for even cooking on all sides.

Draining:

  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the sfingi from the oil and transfer them onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Serving:

  • While still warm, dust them with confectioners' sugar.
  • Serve immediately, with an optional drizzle of honey or chocolate sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 0.4mg