Holiday Indulgences · Kid-Approved
Struffoli (Neapolitan Honey Balls)
Tiny fried dough balls tossed in warm honey and piled into a festive wreath with colorful sprinkles. Kids love helping roll them!
Diet swaps
- Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free flour blend (or cornstarch to thicken).
- Dairy-free: Use olive oil or dairy-free butter instead of butter.
Check labels on packaged foods if you have an allergy or celiac disease.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Flour
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 2 tbsp Butter, softened
- 1 Lemon (zest)
- 1 Orange (zest)
- for frying Vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Rainbow sprinkles
Directions
- Mix flour, eggs, sugar, butter and zests into a smooth dough; rest 30 minutes.
- Roll into ropes and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; roll each into a ball.
- Fry at 350°F in batches, 2–3 minutes until golden; drain.
- Warm honey until runny, toss the balls to coat, shape into a wreath on a platter and top with sprinkles.
Calorie breakdown
Per serving: honey 77 · flour 91 · frying oil absorbed 96 · eggs 21 · butter & sugar 30 · sprinkles 5
💡 Lighter tip: Serve a small handful (half a serving) next to fresh clementines.
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