Shifa Score

3900

Zeppole

Italian fried dough with cream filling.
300

Calories

(kcal)
65

Glycemic

Index
4

Protein

(gms)
1

Fiber

(gms)

Classification

DESSERT

(69)

VEG

(459)

ITALIAN

(112)

2.5k
1m
5.1k
1.9k

Description

Zeppole are Italian pastries made from fried dough, commonly dusted with powdered sugar. They are often filled with custard, jelly, or ricotta cheese. Zeppole are traditionally enjoyed during Saint Joseph's Day on March 19. These treats are light, airy, and slightly sweet, popular in Italian-American communities.

Recipe

Ingredients:

All-purpose flour

250

Grams

Water

250

Milliliters

Butter

50

Grams

Salt

1

Pinch

Sugar

1

Tablespoon

Eggs

4

Units

Vegetable oil

0

For frying

Granulated sugar

0

For dusting

Preparation steps:

1. Combine water, butter, and salt in a saucepan.
2. Bring mixture to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low.
4. Add flour all at once.
5. Stir vigorously until dough forms a ball.
6. Remove from heat.
7. Let dough cool slightly.
8. Add eggs one at a time.
9. Mix until smooth after each egg.
10. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pan.
11. Use a spoon or piping bag to drop dough into hot oil.
12. Fry until golden brown.
13. Remove with a slotted spoon.
14. Drain on paper towels.
15. Dust with powdered sugar.
16. Serve warm.
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