What does sfingi mean in Italian?

Sfingi is a term meaning a fried sponge of dough . Sfingi are also the name for what people in Naples called Zeppole.

What's the difference between sfingi and Zeppole?

Those are the two traditional pastries Italians have to celebrate St. Joseph's Day, which is also Father's Day in Italy. The Sfingi is from Sicily and is filled with cannoli cream. The Zeppole is from Naples and is filled with a custard.

What is the history of sfingi?

History. Sfinci were created in the current version by the Nuns of Saint Francis' Stigmata in the Sicilian city of Palermo , adapting a traditional dish of Persian and Arabic cuisine.

What is a sfinge in Italian?

Sfinge (Italian Doughnuts Filled with Ricotta)

What does zeppoli mean in Italian?

Zeppole (zeppola in the singular) is a traditional doughnut-like fritter that, rather than stuffed, is twisted into a coil and topped with yumminess .

What are Sicilian pastries called?

so much cannoli It's only fitting that most of our beloved Italian desserts originated in Sicily. Cannoli— that was the Sicilians. Granita—the Sicilians. Cassata, cassatelle, almond biscotti, zbaglione—all thanks to the Sicilians.

What is the Italian Fathers Day dessert?

Zeppole shells are made of a classic choux pastry dough and are filled with delicious, silky pastry cream and decorated with cherries. In the most classic version zeppole are deep fried in extra virgin olive oil like for example Terredora one, but you can find also delicious oven baked zeppole.

Why do Italians eat zeppole?

One theory traces back to the biblical story of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus fleeing to Egypt. It's said that during this time, Joseph sold sweet pancakes to support his family , creating an association between his name and sweets – like zeppole.

What is the difference between cannoli and sicilian cannoli?

Here are a few distinctions: The Venetian shell is in a cylinder shape while the Sicilian shell looks like a bow tie wrap . While the Sicilian dough is deep-fried, the Venetian dough is baked. The traditional Venetian filling is made of heavy cream cheese mixed with vanilla bean.

What is a St. Joseph Zeppole?

Zeppole di San Giuseppe, or St. Joseph's pastries, are Italian pastries made with choux pastry that's piped, baked or fried, filled with pastry cream, and topped with a cherry . Typically made for the Feast of San Giuseppe, these pastries can (and should) be enjoyed all year long!

What are Italian pastries?

Traditional Italian desserts: Most famous Italian pastries Tiramisu. Bonet. Torta Barozzi. Sbrisolona. Zuppa Inglese. Baba. Sfogliatelle. Pasticciotto leccese. More items... 7 days ago

What does peluche mean Italian?

[peˈluʃ ] masculine noun. (tessuto) plush. giocattoli di peluche soft or cuddly toys .

Sfingi Recipe (Sicilian Doughnut) (2024)

June 2, 2017February 21, 2020 by A Mindful Traveler

This is my mother in law’s traditional Sicilian recipe. These little golden doughnuts are full of goodness, and are loved and devoured by all.

Ingredients

1 tbs dry yeast

1 tsp sugar

2 cups plain flour sifted

1 ½ lukewarm water

1 potato, boiled, peeled and mashed

salt

Vegetable oil for frying

½ cup sugar

½ tsp cinnamon

Method

Combine yeast with teaspoon of sugar and a ¼ cup lukewarm water. Let stand until yeast activates and becomes frothy.

In a separate bowl mix flour, pinch of salt and mashed potato.

Add yeast with 1 cup of lukewarm water to flour and mix to form a thick sticky dough consistency. Add more water if necessary.

Let dough rest for an hour.

On a plate, combine sugar and cinnamon and set aside.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan, and test with a small piece of dough to check when hot. Drop a spoonful of dough into the oil and fry till lightly brown and cooked inside.

Dust in cinnamon/sugar mix and enjoy :

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They look beautiful
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1. Thank you. 😉
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I would take one of these over a Krispy Kreme anyway!……double jam?
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1. Definitely… What about Nutella? 🙂
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Oh, you’ve made me miss them so much that I might get my hands dirty and try to make them! Is your mother-in-law Sicilian? What’s it like to have a Sicilian mother-in-law?
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1. You should definitely try this recipe. It’s super easy and delicious. This is my mother in laws recipe and yes she is Sicilian and a pretty cool mother in law too. 😉
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  1. Great to hear! Please give her my regards and my appreciation for keeping up Sicilian mama’s reputation 🙂
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Wow these look and sound delicious!! Think I might have to try it!
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1. They are so good. And easy too. 😉
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  1. Yes, it’s seems easy enough, can’t wait to try it
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I’m interested in the addition of mashed potato, does it make it more a savoury doughnut or are they sweet? They look sweet with the sugar but I’m not sure.
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1. That’s the secret…it remains sweet, but the mash potato makes it soft and fluffy. I have actually heard of potato in pizza dough for the same reason. Interesting right? 😉
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  1. That’s really interesting to know, thanks for elaborating and clearing up my puzzlement!!
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  2. Anytime. X
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I have been to Sicily but don’t remember these little gems. Wow!
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1. It’s a delicious family recipe 😉
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I should try this since I’m staying home today..looks easy to put together..bookmarked
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1. Definitely, let me know how you go….good luck. 😉
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These look fabulous. I grew up on a potato farm in Maine, and my mother and grandmother made potato donuts, so I know I’d love these. Their potato donuts melted in my mouth and they also tossed them in cinnamon and sugar. You’ve made me salivate this morning!
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1. Well that’s bought back memories for you. Before I made these I never realised you could use potatoes like this. You learn something everyday Molly. X
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  1. We have a donut shop in Maine called ‘Holy Donut’ and she perfected the potato donut recipe and makes some fabulous varieties of potato donuts, e.g. Dark chocolate and sea salt, pomegranate, maple, to name a few. They are fantastic.
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  2. Wow, they sound amazing. If I ever get to Maine one day, I will be sure to check that one out. 👍🏼
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  3. The shop is in Portland, about a 2 1/2 hour drive away. Several of us are waging a campaign for her to open a shop in Bangor where I live. I’m going to Portland next week, so I’ll be stopping by to harass her and eat some donuts. Yum!
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  4. Sounds like a plan. Have one for me. X
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These look yummy!!!
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1. They are so good Ritu. X
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Oh my, these look amazing. Pinned to my recipe board so I can make them very soon 🙂
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1. Soooo good. Let me know how you go Ruth. 😊
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This looks so good! Thanks for sharing the recipe. I’ve bookmarked it for when I have time to make it. I’m not sure when that’ll be…but we can always hope, right?
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1. Definitely. I love my bookmarks!! 😉
  Good luck when you do Lisa.
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  1. Thanks!
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Oh, yummy, actually I could do with one of those just around about NOW 🙂 Instead I am off to start preparing a salad how boring is that!!
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1. Haha Suz. Doughnuts are good anytime of the day… 😉
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This is a must try for me – thank you for sharing – I will also pin for future reference
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1. You’re welcome Esme. Hope you enjoy it, they really delicious. X
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  1. This is on my 10 mile long hope and wish make list.
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  2. Sounds like my list too… We will get there, one day. 😉
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Pretty sure this isn’t on my diet…but I sure wish it were! These donuts look delish!
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1. They are so good. What diet are you on Gabe?
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  1. hehehe I don’t know if it has a name, but if had to give it one, I suppose it would be “whatever helps me keep my belly within reasonable limits”
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OMG. Shame on you for sharing something that is so sinfully delicious. Must have. Right now.
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1. Lol….😂 you’re welcome 😊
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1. Thank you so much for the link up.
  Glad you like…. enjoy. 😊
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Just scrolling through your posts and found this! Looks so tasty and yummy!
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1. Awww, thank you lovely 😊
  It’s my mother in laws special recipe ❤️
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