The last minute fritters are the symbol sweet of the festival, crispy and irresistible, also known as crustoli in some regions, and represent one of the most beloved Carnival sweets by both adults and kids.
With this simple fritters recipe, you can quickly make them at home, they have a more delicious touch. The fritters with cream are also soft and fragrant.
Preparing these smart fritters is a real pleasure, few ingredients and few steps and they are ready.
A clever recipe that combines taste, simplicity, and fun, perfect for making Carnival special and bringing a dessert to the table that pleases both young and old.
An incredible fragrance fills the house and just when you dust them with powdered sugar, they’re already gone!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Carnival
Ingredients for last minute fritters
Carnival fritters recipe
- 1 2/3 cups type 1 flour
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
Tools
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Pasta Machine
- 1 Pastry Wheel
- 1 Kneading Board
- 1 Pan
- Plastic Wrap
Steps for last minute fritters
To prepare the Carnival fritters, WATCH THE VIDEO RECIPE
Pour the flour into a large bowl.
Add the sweet cream, mixing with a fork and then with your hands.
Knead the dough for 4-5 minutes, until you get a smooth and homogeneous dough, not too sticky.
If necessary, add a bit of flour to achieve the right consistency.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature
Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and pass each piece through the pasta machine starting from the thickest setting (0 or 1). Fold the dough sheet over itself and pass it through 2 times.
Continue reducing the thickness gradually to 5 or 6, depending on the machine.
The sheet must be very thin: it’s the secret of crispy fritters
With a serrated wheel, cut out rectangles, make a central cut for the classic fritter shape.
Pour the peanut oil into a 26 cm non-stick pan and fry at 340°F
Fry a few fritters at a time, it takes 30-40 seconds per side
Drain on absorbent paper.
Let cool and dust with plenty of powdered sugar and the Carnival fritters are ready to be served and enjoyed!
Storage of last minute fritters
Store last minute fritters in a tin can or a rigid container, not in plastic bags that create humidity, in a cool and dry place for two to three days, NEVER in the fridge!
If they lose their crispness after 1-2 days: reheat in a static oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes, they will regain their crispness.
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use all-purpose flour?
Yes, of course, but reduce the amount of cream to 3/4 cup
What flavoring can I add?
You can add orange zest, lemon zest, or vanilla.
