Ciambelletti All'Alchermes

Method

1. In a glass bowl, mix the eggs with the sugar using a fork.
2. Add the strutto (lard) and mix until combined.
3. Sift in the ammonia for sweets (ammoniaca per dolci) and add the Alchermes liqueur to taste; mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour (type Petra 5) and mix until a dough forms.
5. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth.
6. Lightly oil your hands, take small pieces of dough and roll into balls.
7. Flatten each ball, then make a hole in the center to form a ring.
8. Roll each ring in granulated sugar to coat.
9. Place the rings on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes, until lightly golden.
10. Let cool before serving.