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Zeppoli



"Italian fried bread dough is traditionally part of an Italian Christmas Eve celebration."
Original recipe yield: 15 fried breads.
Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
15 Minutes
Ready In:
2 Hours 10 Minutes
Servings:
15

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Heat about 3 inches of oil in a saucepan to 375 degrees F (119 degrees C). In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Sir the remaining 1/2 cup water into the bowl. Add flour, beating vigorously until a soft dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a smooth surface, and knead with greased hands until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the surface. Cover with a damp cloth. Let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, about 1 to 1/1/2 hours.
  4. Fry golf ball sizes of dough in batches until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and eat while still hot.


Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.