The egg-free and lactose-free Carnival chiacchiere are proof that you can achieve crispy, crunchy, and bubbly sweets even without animal-derived ingredients. The secret lies in the elastic dough and repeated folds, which make the chiacchiere as light as a cloud. A perfect recipe for those who are intolerant or simply want a lighter Carnival sweet, without compromising on taste.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 20/30
- Cooking methods: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Carnival
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups flour
- 2/3 cup water
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 oz vegetable margarine
- lemon zest (And orange)
Steps
For the preparation of the egg-free and lactose-free chiacchiere watch the video HERE.
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In a bowl, put the sugar, margarine, citrus zest, and a pinch of salt.
Add the vanilla flavoring, water, and knead until a smooth and elastic dough is obtained.
Form a dough ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
After resting, roll out the dough and make folds. Repeat this step several times by rolling and folding: this is the secret to achieving chiacchiere full of bubbles and super crispy.
Divide the dough in half and roll out a very thin sheet. Cut rectangles and make the classic two central incisions.
Fry the chiacchiere in hot oil for a few minutes, quickly turning them until they are golden and light. Drain them on absorbent paper.
When they are still warm, sprinkle with plenty of powdered sugar.
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🍩 Final result
Crispy, crunchy, and very light chiacchiere, perfect for celebrating Carnival without eggs and lactose, but with all the taste of tradition.
Storage:
Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days
Away from moisture
Not suitable for freezing
FAQ
Are they really full of bubbles even without eggs?
Yes, repeated folds make the difference.
Can I flavor them?
Sure, you can add vanilla or orange zest
Can I bake them?
Yes, but frying ensures maximum crispness.
⭐ Why make them again
Without eggs
Without lactose
Crispy and light
Perfect for Carnival
With the real bubble trick 🎭
