€5–€20Bolognese sfrappole in Bologna
Sfrappole are thin strips of fried sweet dough, light and crisp, covered with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. Their shape is irregular and curled, often with small cuts in the center that allow the dough to puff up during frying. In Bologna they appear mainly during Carnival, filling the counters of pastry shops and bakeries with fragrant golden piles. The flavor is simple but irresistible: crisp, lightly buttery, and delicately sweet.
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Where to find Bolognese sfrappole in Bologna
During Carnival they can be found in virtually every pastry shop and bakery in the city, often sold by weight on large trays. Some of the most famous historic pastry shops in the center prepare them fresh every day during the festive season. They are also easy to buy in city food markets or traditional delicatessens. Outside the season they are less common, but some pastry shops still offer them on request or for special occasions.
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What makes Bolognese sfrappole authentic?
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Where to find Bolognese sfrappole in Bologna?
During Carnival they can be found in virtually every pastry shop and bakery in the city, often sold by weight on large trays. Some of the most famous historic pastry shops in the center prepare them fresh every day during the festive season. They are also easy to buy in city food markets or traditional delicatessens. Outside the season they are less common, but some pastry shops still offer them on request or for special occasions.
How much does Bolognese sfrappole cost?
€5–€20
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