Pastiglie Duestrè Recipe

1. Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder. Mix well.

2. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add the milk and vanilla extract. Mix well.

4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.

5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

6. Prepare the Filling

In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.

7. Fold in the toasted pine nuts gently into the ricotta mixture.

8. Assemble the Pastiglie Duestrè

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

9. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 0.5 cm thickness.

10. Cut the rolled dough into squares or circles and place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each piece.

11. Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges using a fork or your fingers.

12. Place the assembled Duestrè on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

13. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

14. Add the Topping

In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar and ground cinnamon.

15. Once the Pastiglie Duestrè have cooled slightly, dust them with the cinnamon-sugar mixture before serving.