Zeppole
Description
Zeppole are an Italian pastry and are basically fried doughnut balls made out of Cream Puff dough. They are very popular during St. Josephs Day in Italy which is also Italian Father’s Day. These fried pastries are traditionally served at Italian carnivals or festivals in simple paper bags, dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Instructions
Equipment needed : Parchment lined baking sheets
In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil.
Remove from heat, and stir in the flour until the mixture forms a ball.
Beat in the eggs one at a time until the dough is smooth.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, deep saucepan.
Drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 20
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 274kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 21g33%
- Total Carbohydrate 17g6%
- Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
