Cartellata Cookies

Cartellata Cookies

delicious deep fried cookies

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 53m
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 1h
Servings: 48
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (32 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

2197
calories
57,7g
fat
355,8g
carbohydrates
38,8g
protein
0mg
сholesterol
1177,2mg
sodium
Cartellata Cookies

Recipe Description

Cartellata Cookies are deep-fried Italian cookies which are usually served around Christmas time, but I say why restrict yourself to only eating these delicious crispy cookies to one time of year? I tend to make these cookies for events when I’d like to serve a homemade treat with coffee.  

The unusual thing about these cookies is the addition of white wine to the cookie dough! The wine not only adds flavor to the dough, it also prevents the cooking oil from foaming as you deep fry these cookies. These treats are so delicious sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar.   

To make Cartellata Cookies, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Cartellata Cookies

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Mix dry ingredients

    2 min
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    Mix 3 cups of flour with ⅓ cup of sugar and ½ a teaspoon of salt in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Add wet ingredients

    3 min
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    Pour ½ a cup of wine and ¼ cup of olive oil into a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead dough

    35 min
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    Place the dough on a lightly floured work surface. Knead lightly until smooth. Cut the dough into two pieces and flatten each one into the shape of a disk. Wrap both of the disks in plastic and allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.

  4. 4

    Roll out dough

    5 min
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    Return the rested dough to the lightly floured work surface. Roll out one of the dough disks to a ⅛ inch thick 12-inch square. Cut the rolled out dough into ½ inch wide strips.

  5. 5

    Form coils of dough

    5 min
    Step 5 - Cartellata Cookies

    Wrap each of the dough strips around itself into the shape of a loose coil. Transfer each of the coils to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining disk of dough.

  6. 6

    Heat oil

    3 min
    Step 6 - Cartellata Cookies

    Heat at least 2 inches of oil in a saucepan to 300°F. Place a rack over a large baking sheet.

  7. 7

    Fry cookies

    10 min
    Step 7 - Cartellata Cookies

    Fry cookies in batches, Start by frying 4 or 5 coils in the hot oil until browned and crisp, about 50 seconds. Repeat until all of the remaining coils are cooked.

  8. 8

    Drain oil

    1 min
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    Transfer the fried cookies to the rack to drain.

  9. 9

    Sprinkle with lemon zest, confectioners’ sugar and cinnamon

    2 min
    Step 9 - Cartellata Cookies

    Sprinkle the cookies with lemon zest and sift a mix of confectioners sugar and cinnamon over them.

  10. 10

    Serve

    Step 10 - Cartellata Cookies

    Serve Italian style: warm with strong coffee.

Cartellata Cookies are a deep fried Italian treat! If you make them, I’d love to hear how you get on. Come back and leave a comment below!

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (32 reviews)
Zack
May 16, 2025
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Delicious!

Xander
August 27, 2024
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Absolutely chuffed with these Cartellata Cookies! 🥳 Made 'em for my mate's party, and they vanished in no time! The white wine gives a fab twist, and that sugar sprinkle? Top notch! Honestly, who needs Christmas? I'm making these all year round! 🎉

Ana López
April 28, 2024
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¡Súper deliciosos cookies!

Sophie
April 23, 2024
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Yummy! These Cartellata Cookies amazed my friends at our coffee meet-up. Will make again!

Wendy Adams
March 20, 2024
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Yum!

Cassandra Wright
October 10, 2023
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OMG, these Cartellata Cookies were a hit at my friend's birthday! I made 'em for the first time and everyone was raving! The wine gives 'em such a unique flavor! So good!

Bella
October 4, 2023
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Superb

Brian Smith
September 11, 2023
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Superb

Wendy
September 7, 2023
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OMG! These Cartellata Cookies are a game changer! Made them for my kid's birthday bash, and everyone loved them! The wine adds a nice kick. Seriously, don't wait for Christmas - make them all year round! Totally yummm!

Vince
July 23, 2023
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Superb! I made these for my wife’s birthday and they were a hit with our friends. The white wine gives them a unique flavor that keeps everyone coming back for more.

Gonzalo
January 15, 2023
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Delicious cookies, amazing flavor!

Hannah
October 22, 2022
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These cookies are simply the best! I made them for my friend's birthday and they were gone in minutes. The wine adds such a unique flavor, and the cinnamon sugar topping is irresistible. I can’t believe I waited so long to try these!

Ursula Thompson
April 5, 2022
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I made Cartellata Cookies for a family gathering and they were a huge hit. The kids loved helping me sprinkle the cinnamon and sugar on top. Honestly, I didn't think white wine in the dough would make such a difference, but it really does! Who knew deep-fried cookies could be so easy and delish? I will be making these again.

Ellie
November 2, 2020
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These cookies are a game changer for parties

Emily
October 7, 2020
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Delicious! I made these Cartellata Cookies for my family's Christmas gathering, and they were a huge hit! The white wine adds such a unique flavor, and they turned out crispy and sweet. Absolutely perfect with coffee!

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