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Easter Taralli

These Easter Taralli are slightly sweet. They have a light bready texture with a simple glaze. Boiled then baked they are an Italian Easter tradition.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Resting Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 10 cookies
Calories: 192 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar*
  • 1 tablespoon grappa (or good quality pure grape juice)
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil (I use corn or sunflower oil) (50 grams)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
*If you want to leave out the glaze then add 2-3 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
FOR THE GLAZE
  • 1½ cups powdered/icing sugar (sifted)
  • 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice/ water or milk (enough for desired thickness)

Instructions

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  1. In the mixing bowl add the eggs, sugar, grappa and baking soda, beat on medium speed until light, about 5 minutes. Add the oil and combine, then add the salt and flour a little at a time, beating between additions. Knead the dough until smooth and soft.
  2. Move the dough to a flat surface and knead 3 times to form a ball. Cover with a tea towel and let rest 30 minutes.
  3. Cut into small pieces and roll into ropes about 6 inches long and a little thick, form into circles, wet the ends to help them seal well, leaving a large hole. Place on a clean tea towel. In a large pot add water and bring to a boil.
  4. Drop 2-3 circles (making sure the whole is still quite large) into a pot of boiling water, stirring to make sure they don’t stick to the bottom of the pot. Once they rise to the top, remove with a slotted spoon and place on the clean towel and let cool.
  5. Pre-heat oven to 400F (200C). Line 1-2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Cut around the middle of the edge of the circle, in but not through (see photo). Place on the prepared cookie sheets.
  7. Bake in pre-heated oven for approximately 15 minutes, lower the oven temperature to 300F (150C) and continue to bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. The cookies bake up very light.
  8. Move the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely then cover or dip in the glaze. Sprinkle with sprinkles and serve. Enjoy!
FOR THE GLAZE
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  1. In a small/medium bowl whisk together the sifted powdered sugar and liquid until smooth and it has reached the desired thickness.

Notes

  • Store the cooled glazed taralli in an airtight container at room temperature, they will keep for 2-3 days. They can also be frozen in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 192kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 108mg (5%) Potassium 49mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 81IU (2%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 192

% Daily Value*

Calories 192kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 108mg 5%
Potassium 49mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 81IU 2%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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