The Sfincia di San Giuseppe, Sfincia or Spincia ri San Giuseppi in Sicilian language is a typical Sicilian dessert, traditionally prepared for the day of St. Joseph . It is recognised as PAT - Prodotto Agroalimentare Tradizionale by the Italian Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies.
It is a fried soft pastry covered and filled with sweet ricotta and candied fruit (usually a cherry and orange).