sfinge

Plymouth, MI
Updated on Nov 12, 2011

A recipe that was from my Sicilian grandmother (Nana). I don't know if it is original, but I cooked this as a child and now for my grandchildren. I hope it gets passed on to my great-grandchildren.

prep time 40 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Deep Fry
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • MIXTURE TO ROLL SFINGE IN:
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup sugar

How To Make sfinge

  • Step 1
    Beat Eggs and Water, blend well and set aside.
  • Step 2
    Combine dry ingredients together (sugar, flour, baking powder, salt). Stir into egg mixture. Cover and set in warm place for 30 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Drop 1 tbsp of batter in oil (3 at a time) or you can also use some oil in a pan to cook the sphinge. Drain on paper towel.
  • Step 4
    On wax paper combine sugar and cinnamon together. Roll the sphine in the mixture

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