Tippaleivt May Day Fritters
Celebrate Finland’s May Day traditions with Tippaleivät, delightfully crisp and airy fritters that are as enchanting to look at as they are to eat. Made with a simple batter of eggs, milk, and vanilla, these golden nest-shaped treats are deep-fried to perfection and dusted with a snowy layer of powdered sugar. The batter, piped in circular, overlapping patterns, creates a uniquely lacy texture that’s irresistibly light and crunchy. Perfect as a festive dessert or a coffee-time indulgence, Tippaleivät are quick to prepare in just under an hour, making them an easy way to bring a touch of Finnish tradition to your kitchen. Serve these fritters fresh and warm, paired with sparkling beverages or a steaming cup of coffee, for a sweet celebration that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pcs Eggs
- 250 ml Milk
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 liter Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 50 g Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually sift the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. The batter should be thick but pourable.
Transfer the batter into a squeeze bottle, piping bag, or a plastic bag with a small hole cut at the tip to create thin streams of batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (350°F). Test the oil by dropping in a small amount of batter; it should sizzle and rise to the surface quickly.
Pipe the batter into the hot oil in a circular, overlapping pattern to form a nest-like shape. Fry each fritter for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil temperature remains consistent.
Once the fritters have cooled slightly, dust them generously with powdered sugar.
Serve the Tippaleivät immediately and enjoy as a light, crispy treat alongside coffee or sparkling beverages.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 927.0 g | 1188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.6 g | 683% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 395 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 764 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
