Orelletes
Orelletes are traditional Spanish pastries that are often served during holidays and celebrations. They are light, crispy, and dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Powdered sugar - For dusting
- Olive oil - For frying
- Anise seeds - 1 teaspoon
- Butter - 1/2 cup, melted
- Eggs - 2
- Sugar - 1/2 cup
- All-purpose flour - 2 cups
Let's Get Started
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and sugar.
- Add the eggs, melted butter, and anise seeds. Mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a thin circle.
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry each circle of dough until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side.
- Remove the orelletes from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Dust the orelletes with powdered sugar before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Sugar: 15g
