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Italian Frappe / Sweet Fritters

Italian Frappe Sweet Fritters, a delicious fried or baked crunchy pastry, just in time for Carnevale. They are so tasty.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chilling Time
30 mins
Total Time
53 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 272 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

FOR THE FRAPPE
  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3 tablespoons butter
EXTRAS
  • 2-3 ounces Chocolate melted for drizzling
  • 2-3 tablespoons powdered / icing sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

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  1. In a medium-sized bowl or bowl of the food processor* whisk together flour, sugar, salt and baking powder, add the egg, egg yolk and butter, combine until the dough is almost combined. If making by hand then use a fork to combine.
  2. Remove from the bowl/food processor place on lightly floured flat surface and knead to form a smooth compact dough (it should not be sticky). Wrap the dough in plastic and chill for 30 minutes in the fridge.
  3. Remove from fridge and taking 1/4 of the dough at a time roll into a very thin rectangle or square, cut into approximately 2-3 inch sizes and fry in a pot of hot vegetable oil (approximately 2-3 inches (5-8 cm) of oil, temperature must reach 340-350F (170-175C) and try to stay at this temperature or they could burn). Fry until golden turning the frappe over while frying. Remove to drain and cool on a plate lined with paper towels. Sprinkle with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate. Enjoy!
*You could probably use a standing mixer with the flat beater attached.

Notes

  • If you prefer yours baked then place the strips on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet and bake in a 350F (180C) pre-heated oven for about 8-10 minutes. Let cool then dust with powdered sugar.
  • Calorie count is before deep fried.

Nutrition Information

Calories 272kcal (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 272

% Daily Value*

Calories 272kcal 14%

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