St Joseph's Day Cream Puffs Sfingi Di San Giuseppe

Celebrate St. Joseph's Day in true Italian style with these delectable cream puffs, known as Sfingi di San Giuseppe. These light and airy puffs are filled with a luscious ricotta cream flavored with vanilla and a hint of orange zest, then dusted generously with powdered sugar for a sweet, festive finish. Perfectly golden and crisp on the outside, these traditional treats are deep-fried to perfection and garnished with optional maraschino cherries for a pop of color. Whether you're honoring tradition or simply indulging in a delightful dessert, these St. Joseph's Day Cream Puffs are irresistibly elegant and surprisingly easy to make. Ideal for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a taste of Italian pastry perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)
• 12 Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low, add the flour all at once, and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a smooth ball of dough (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3

Remove the pan from the heat and let the dough cool for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan or fryer to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Using a small ice cream scoop or two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook until golden brown and puffed, about 6-8 minutes per batch, turning occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the cooked puffs with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Cool completely.

Step 8

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix until smooth and creamy. Transfer the filling to a piping bag with a small round tip.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, make a small hole in the side or bottom of each puff. Fill each puff with the ricotta mixture by inserting the piping tip and gently squeezing until filled.

Step 10

Dust the filled cream puffs generously with powdered sugar. Garnish with a maraschino cherry on top, if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2029.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10044.6

Total Fat 1041.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 185.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1018.8mg	0%
Sodium 1142.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 110.7g
Protein 64.7g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 1175.0mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 709.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.0%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 8.5%