Welcome to our blog post on how to make Cartellate with honey, a delicious Italian dessert recipe!

What are Cartellate?

Cartellate is a traditional Italian dessert that originated in the region of Puglia. They are sweet, fried pastries shaped like rosettes and often prepared during festive occasions, such as Christmas and weddings.

List of Ingredients:

  • 3 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup of white wine
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • A pinch of salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup of honey for glazing
  • Sprinkles or powdered sugar for decoration (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Dough

In a large bowl, combine the flour, olive oil, white wine, honey, and salt. Mix everything together until a firm dough is formed. You can also use a stand mixer or food processor for this step.

Step 2: Resting the Dough

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will allow the gluten to relax and make the dough easier to work with.

Step 3: Rolling and Shaping the Cartellate

On a lightly floured surface, take small pieces of the dough and roll them out into thin rectangles. Cut the rectangles into strips about 1 inch wide.

Using a Cartellate rolling pin (a special mold), roll each strip onto itself, starting from one end. As you roll, gently pull the strip to create a rosette shape. Repeat this process with the remaining dough.

Step 4: Frying the Cartellate

Fill a deep pan or pot with vegetable oil and heat it to about 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the Cartellate into the hot oil, cooking them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Fry the Cartellate until golden brown and crisp, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes per batch. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 5: Glazing with Honey

In a separate small saucepan, warm up the cup of honey over low heat until it becomes runny. Dip each Cartellate into the warm honey, ensuring they are fully coated. Place them on a wire rack or parchment paper to allow the excess honey to drip off.

Step 6: Decoration and Serving

For a touch of extra sweetness, you can decorate your Cartellate with sprinkles or a dusting of powdered sugar. Allow them to cool and let the honey glaze set before serving.

There you have it – a delightful recipe for homemade Cartellate with honey! These crispy and sweet pastries are a true delight that will surely impress your friends and family. Give this traditional Italian dessert a try and enjoy its unique flavors. Buon appetito!

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