The recipe for low glycemic index fritters with ricotta dough is simple.
I used the low glycemic index mix from Molino Spadoni.
These are fritters without butter, milk, and eggs, using ricotta.
They are sugar-free fritters, with only a few drops of liquid sweetener added to the ricotta.
Light, crispy, and with some bubbles!
These carnival fritters are also known as bugie, crostoli, frappe, or cenci.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 14 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Electric oven, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Carnival
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz cow's milk ricotta (preferably 1-2 days old, well-drained)
- 1 drop sweetener (Diete.Tic liquid)
- 3.5 oz low glycemic index flour (Molino Spadoni mix)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- to taste lemon zest (or grated orange zest)
- 1 pinch erythritol (powdered or icing sugar)
- to taste ground cinnamon
You can easily double or multiply all ingredient quantities.
Suggested Tools
- Chopper or Mixer
- 1 Measuring Cup graduated
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Spatula silicone
- Work Surface
- Pasta Machine Nonna Papera
- Pastry Wheel
- Baking Tray 25×29 cm
- Parchment Paper
Preparation
Tips for hyperglycemia | prediabetes and diabetes
– low glycemic index, high fiber dough;
– very little sweetener with no glycemic impact;
– oven baking.
* the proteins and fats in ricotta can help slow down carbohydrate absorption and reduce blood sugar spikes.
They are not thin and bubbly like traditional fritters.
Consider that:
– the dough is very elastic and generally difficult to roll out very thin!
– frying is one of the factors that helps form bubbles and our fritters are baked;
– the alcoholic component contributes to bubble formation and our fritters are alcohol-free.
* folding and passing the dough several times can create some bubbles.
Pour into the mixer:
– the ricotta;
– the liquid sweetener or your usual sweetener;
and blend until smooth.Pour into a bowl:
– the low glycemic index flour;
– sifted baking powder;
– the ricotta blended with sweetener;
– lemon or grated orange zest;
and start mixing the dough with a silicone spatula.Continue kneading until the ricotta and flour are well combined and the dough is elastic.
Roll it out with a rolling pin or a pasta machine – Nonna Papera – to a thickness of 0.2-0.4 inches.
Fold and roll out, repeat 2-3 times, then proceed with the final rolling.* folding and passing the dough several times can create some bubbles.
The thinner your fritters, the crispier they will be.
Cut out your fritters or streamers using cookie cutters or a pastry wheel or a lattice cutter.
Re-knead the scraps and cut more fritters until all the dough is used up.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the fritters on it.
For a more fried-like effect, brush with a little extra virgin olive oil or sunflower oil.
Preheat the oven.
Bake in a fan oven at 356°F for about 15-20 minutes until evenly golden.
* time and temperature may vary depending on the oven and thickness of the fritters.Remove from oven and let cool before serving.
Your low glycemic index baked fritters are ready.
Enjoy!
Finish with a sprinkle of erythritol powder – zero calories – or icing sugar and cinnamon, or cover with melted dark chocolate.
Advice
If you feel the need for a “cheat,” do it intelligently and consider it an exception: if you crave a dessert, it’s better to consume it at the end of a complete meal rich in fiber and vegetables that slow down sugar absorption.We occasionally allow ourselves to indulge at breakfast.
Check your glycemic response.Follow the instructions – program, temperature, and time – indicated in your appliance’s user manual.
Check the cooking degree from time to time.
Storage, Tips, and Variations
For a lactose-free version, use lactose-free ricotta.
The low glycemic index ricotta fritters dough is a light and versatile dough perfect for cookies, wafers, pies, strudels, and tartlets.
By not adding the sweetener but a pinch of salt, you can use the same dough for savory preparations.
You can store ricotta fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
FAQ
What is the low glycemic index mix?
The low glycemic index mix from Molino Spadoni: based on type 1 flour and resistant starch, rich in fiber and protein, it is a practical ally for hyperglycemia, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes.
Where can I find the low glycemic index mix?
In well-stocked supermarkets, some pharmacies, and on the official producer’s website:
– low glycemic index mix;
– low glycemic index mix 5 kg.Can I use other flours?
In this case, it makes no sense because it is a dough dedicated to those following a specific dietary regime and a high-fiber diet.
Moreover, I recommend not changing the main ingredients to avoid compromising consistency and the final result.How much sweetener to use if using erythritol or stevia?
Follow the doses and equivalences indicated by the manufacturer.
How many low glycemic index fritters can I eat?
The quantity depends on your dietary plan and the advice of the professional following you.
Further Reading
– Semolina and Flours: Glycemic Index.
– Sugar and Sweeteners.
