Zeppole (Fried Italian Doughnuts)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
Delicious Zeppole (Fried Italian Doughnuts) recipe for your breakfast or dessert
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 vanilla bean
1/2 cup sugar , plus
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
olive oil , for frying

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
319
Sugar
18g
Fat
20g
Zeppoles are a traditional Italian dessert that are commonly served during special celebrations like St. Joseph's Day and Carnival. They are usually sold at food fairs and festivals. Zeppoles are like Italian doughnuts that are made from a rich pastry dough which is dropped into hot oil and fried until crispy. They are typically dusted with powdered sugar, making them the perfect sweet treat to enjoy with your friends and family. Zeppoles can be enjoyed year-round and are a great way to bring a little bit of Italy into your home.

Instructions

1.Cut the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. In a small bowl, combine the vanilla seeds with 3 tablespoons of sugar and the ground cinnamon.
2.In a medium saucepan, heat the butter, salt, water, and remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until the butter has melted and the mixture comes to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture comes together into a ball.
3.Add the eggs to the mixture one at a time, mixing well to combine each one before adding the next. The dough should become stiff and shiny.
4.In a large, deep pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Using a tablespoon, drop the dough into the hot oil and fry until the zeppoles are golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels and immediately toss in the cinnamon and sugar mixture.
5.Serve the hot fried zeppoles with powdered sugar, honey, or your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

These zeppoles are a crowd-pleaser and easy to make at home.
They are crispy on the outside and soft and airy on the inside, making them the perfect Italian doughnut.

Zeppoles are versatile and can be enjoyed as a sweet breakfast or dessert item.

CONS

These doughnuts are fried, making them high in calories and fats.
They should be indulged in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The cinnamon and sugar can be messy and make it hard to handle the zeppoles.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although zeppoles are not considered a healthy food, they do have some health benefits if eaten in moderation. Cinnamon can help lower blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, and fight free radicals. When consumed in moderation, these zeppoles can boost your mood and provide a sweet treat that can help relieve stress.

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