Cenci are crisp, light fried pastries prepared throughout Tuscany during Carnival.
Golden, delicate, and generously dusted with powdered sugar, they celebrate joy,
community, and the arrival of spring.
Servings
Base recipe = 10 servings.
Ingredients
240 g all-purpose flour
20 g lard
20 g sugar
100 g eggs
10 ml olive oil
5 ml Marsala wine
5 g citrus zest
5 g baking soda
1 g salt
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Neutral oil (for frying)
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Preparation
Combine all ingredients in a mixer, adding water gradually until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
Rest under refrigeration for 30 minutes.
Roll dough thin and cut into strips or diamonds. Fry at 275°F (135°C) until golden and crisp.
Drain, cool slightly, and dust generously with powdered sugar. Serve fresh for best texture.
