Extremaduran Honey Fritters (pestiños Extremeños)
Extremaduran Honey Fritters, also known as Pestiños Extremeños, are a traditional dessert from the Extremadura region of Spain. These delicious fritters are made with a sweet dough, fried until golden, and then coated in a honey syrup. They are a popular treat during the Christmas season and other special occasions.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the olive oil and white wine, and mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out into thin circles.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the dough circles until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
- In a separate saucepan, heat the honey and water until it forms a syrup.
- Dip the fried fritters into the honey syrup, coating them evenly.
- Allow the fritters to cool and the honey to set before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 8g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Saucepan
Tools
Rolling pin Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the Extremaduran Honey Fritters as a sweet ending to a Spanish meal, or enjoy them with a cup of coffee or tea.
Tips & tricks
For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle the fritters with some powdered sugar before serving.
Cost
$10