Description
Experience the flaky and creamy textures of authentic Italian sfogliatelle, a delightful pastry filled with sweet ricotta.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Blend the flour, salt, and cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Incorporate water gradually until a dough forms. Knead until smooth, then wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
- Roll the dough out very thinly and cut it into circles.
- Combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in another bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of the ricotta filling on each pastry circle, then fold the edges to form a shell shape.
- Brush the tops with egg wash for a golden color while baking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Dust with powdered sugar and pair with coffee or berries for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg