CASTAGNOLE WITH ALCHERMES, easy and quick Carnival sweets, favette, fritters, or however you like, delicious fried treats that can be prepared in no time, even children love them.
Castagnole with alchermes are one of those Carnival sweets that disappear as soon as they arrive at the table. Soft, fragrant, slightly moist thanks to the soaking and rolled in granulated sugar, they almost remind of a fried donut, but in mini version… and even more irresistible.
This version of Carnival castagnole with alchermes comes from the classic recipe, but with that little extra touch that makes them different from the usual. After frying, they are submerged in liqueur and then passed through sugar: the result is an indulgent, fragrant, and super delicious treat.
The recipe for castagnole with alchermes is very simple and can also be prepared by hand, without special tools. In no time, you bring to the table one of the most loved fried Carnival sweets, perfect along with chatter, donuts, and fritters.
Follow me in the kitchen today, there are castagnole with alchermes!
Published
January 22, 2019 22:13
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2-3
- Cooking methods: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Carnival
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup flour (the one you usually use)
- 2 tbsps butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 egg
- Half teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch vanillin (or vanilla baking powder)
- lemon zest
- alchermes
Steps
Work the butter with the sugar in a mixer or robot.
Add the egg, mix and add the grated lemon peel.
Combine the flour, a pinch of salt and, with the blender still running, the baking powder and the vanillin.
Then take the dough and make balls about the size of a walnut, I made a cross on top.
Fry them in plenty of hot oil and drain on kitchen paper.
Put a little alchermes in a bowl and let the castagnole rest a little so they soften and take on color, then roll them in granulated sugar.
Bon appétit
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CASTAGNOLE WITH ALCHERMES
👉 Smart tip: do not leave them in alchermes for too long, a quick pass is enough to flavor them without making them too soft.
👉 Even children love them: if you want, you can use a lighter soak or dilute the alchermes.
👉 Even better: serve them warm, just rolled in sugar.
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FAQ CASTAGNOLE WITH ALCHERMES
Can I prepare castagnole with alchermes in advance?
Yes, they are also great the next day if stored well sealed.
Can they be made without alchermes?
Certainly, you can use rum, limoncello, or a non-alcoholic soak.
Can I cook them in an air fryer?
Yes, but the fried version remains the most delicious for Carnival.
Why are they also called favette or fritters?
It depends on the region: the dough is similar, but the regional names vary.
