Baked Fritters

Oven-baked fritters are a lighter alternative to the fried version, while still maintaining a delicious taste. Perfect for those looking for something sweet and less caloric. Here is the recipe.

Ingredients

• 250 g of 00 flour
• 50 g of sugar
• 1 egg
• 125 ml of lukewarm milk
• 25 g of melted butter
• 8 g of fresh brewer’s yeast (or 2 g of dry brewer’s yeast)
• 1 pinch of salt
• Grated zest of 1 lemon
• Raisins (optional)
• Powdered sugar for decoration

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.

2. If you want to use raisins, soak them in lukewarm water for about 15-20 minutes, then drain and pat dry with paper towels.

3. Dissolve the brewer’s yeast in the lukewarm milk. If using dry yeast, follow the package instructions for activation.

4. In a large bowl, mix the flour with the sugar and a pinch of salt.

5. Add the egg and start combining.

6. Incorporate the milk with the yeast and continue mixing until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.

7. Add the melted butter and the grated lemon zest. If you have decided to use raisins, add them now.

8. Cover the dough with a kitchen cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in volume.

9. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and, using two spoons, form small quenelles of dough, placing them on the tray leaving a little space between each.

10. Bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, until the fritters are golden.

11. Remove the fritters from the oven and let them cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Trivia

Fritters are an ancient sweet whose origins are lost in the mists of time. Usually associated with the Carnival period, the baked versions can be enjoyed at any time of the year, offering a valid alternative for those who want to limit fried foods.