Almond Ricotta Cheese Fritters

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Ideal as a cocktail party dessert, this delectable sweet treat can also be made with Breadsmith’s almond croissants. Serve with a bottle of Rosé to create a wonderful experience your guests will enjoy!

Ingredients

1/2 pound almond macaroons (crushed fine in blender)

1 pound Ricotta cheese

2 tablespoons sugar

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

3 eggs, beaten

1 cup flour

1 egg, beaten (for coating)

2 cups Breadsmith Dry Breadcrumbs (see recipe)

1 1/2 cups oil (for frying)

Confectioner’s sugar

Instructions

Mix macaroons, Ricotta, sugar, cinnamon and 3 eggs in a bowl.

Flour your hands and roll mixture into balls.

Dip in beaten egg and coat with breadcrumbs.

Heat oil in a skillet and fry a few fritters at a time.

Remove with a slotted spoon and sprinkle with confectioner's sugar.

Serve hot or cold. Makes 3-4 dozen.