The chiacchiere cooked in the air fryer are the modern interpretation of a classic Carnival sweet, a crispy and light delight that combines tradition with the innovative taste of contemporary cuisine. These thin and crumbly sweets, also known as bugie, frappe, or cenci, are an ode to the joy and cheerfulness that characterize the Carnival festivities.
The traditional chiacchiere is often associated with deep frying in oil, but the introduction of the air fryer has revolutionized the preparation of this sweet, making it lighter and healthier without compromising its goodness. The advanced technology of the air fryer allows you to obtain crunchy and golden chiacchiere with a minimal amount of oil, bringing a touch of modernity to a recipe rooted in Italian culinary culture.
Preparing chiacchiere in the air fryer is a moment when the kitchen transforms into a laboratory of creativity and sweetness. The dough, made with simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and sugar, is rolled thin and cut into strips or imaginative shapes before being placed in the air fryer. The result is a triumph of crunchiness and lightness, perfect for being dusted with powdered sugar and shared with friends and family.
In this article, we will explore step by step the preparation of chiacchiere in the air fryer, with practical tips and creative ideas to personalize this iconic dessert. A journey through the history of a culinary tradition that renews itself, where the air fryer becomes the key to obtaining irresistible chiacchiere without giving up on health. Tune in to discover how to transform your Carnival into a light and delicious taste experience with chiacchiere in the air fryer.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 5 Minutes
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 20
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Carnival
- Energy 33.04 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 5.68 (g) of which sugars 0.74 (g)
- Proteins 1.11 (g)
- Fat 0.69 (g) of which saturated 0.15 (g)of which unsaturated 0.47 (g)
- Fibers 0.16 (g)
- Sodium 3.99 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 8 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for chiacchiere in air fryer
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon white rum (limoncello, vodka, cognac etc)
- to taste lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon sunflower oil (+ more for brushing)
- 140 g all-purpose flour
- 3 g baking powder
- to taste powdered sugar
Tools
- Bowl
- Mat
- Rolling pin
- Pastry cutter
How to make chiacchiere in air fryer
To prepare the chiacchiere cooked in an air fryer, put the whole egg in a bowl, add the sugar and the rum. You can use any alcoholic beverage you have instead of rum.
Add the sunflower oil, lemon zest, and the flour with the baking powder already added.
Knead first with a spoon and then by hand until you get a smooth and homogeneous dough. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Move to the work surface (I use a silicone mat for rolling doughs) and roll it out with the rolling pin until you get a very thin sheet, about 1/16 inch thick.
With a fluted pastry cutter, cut rectangles, make a cut in the center (you can leave them straight or create small bows) and brush the surface with a little sunflower oil. Place in the preheated air fryer basket and cook at 356°F for 7 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy!
Storage of chiacchiere in air fryer
Chiacchiere in the air fryer can be stored for 2-3 days in an airtight container, after which they will lose their characteristic crunchiness.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I eliminate the alcoholic part?
Yes, replace it with water or milk. You can then flavor as you prefer.
Can I use the pasta machine to roll out the dough?
Certainly, if you’re not very experienced, it’s better to use it, you will get an even thinner and more regular sheet.
Can they be fried?
Yes, in deep sunflower oil.
