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Sfogliatelle

A beloved Italian pastry with flaky layers and a sweet ricotta filling.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pastries
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup cold water
Filling
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
  • 1/4 cup additional powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Food processor
  • Pastry brush
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Pour in the melted butter and cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. In a food processor, blend the ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla, orange zest, and cinnamon until smooth.
  6. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a thin sheet.
  7. Cut the dough into rounds and place a small spoonful of filling in the center.
  8. Fold the dough over the filling, sealing the edges.
  9. Preheat the oven and bake the pastries until golden brown.

Notes

Enjoy Sfogliatelle fresh out of the oven with coffee or tea.