Pignollata
Pignollata are crispy, sweet Italian treats made from fried dough pieces coated in honey and cinnamon, perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or as a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix the flour and salt in a bowl or on a pastry board.
- Add the eggs, one by one, mixing well and kneading until the dough has a uniform consistency.
- Let the dough stand for 30 minutes.
- Take the dough, one small piece at a time, and roll it between the palms of your hands into thin pencil-like strips.
- Cut the strips into 1/4-inch pieces with a sharp knife, each about the size of a pea.
- Heat vegetable oil for frying.
- Fry the dough pieces until golden and crisp.
- In a saucepan, combine honey, sugar, orange rind (if using), and cinnamon, heating until blended.
- Toss the fried dough pieces in the honey mixture until well coated.
- Serve immediately or cool and store for later enjoyment.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
471
kcal
24% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).