Olliebollen are traditional Dutch doughnuts made with apples, raisins, and currants. These deep-fried goodies are often served at New Year's.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
270 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 2
Break up compressed yeast and stir into warm milk. Let stand for a few minutes to dissolve.
Step 3
Sift flour and salt into a large bowl. Stir in yeast mixture and egg until smooth. Stir in currants, raisins, and apple. Cover the bowl and set in a warm place to rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
Step 4
Use two metal spoons to shape scoops of dough into 12 balls. Drop them carefully into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove doughnuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 5
Dust doughnuts with confectioners' sugar. Transfer to a serving platter and dust with more confectioners' sugar.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons salt
1 large egg
1 (0.6 ounce) cake compressed fresh yeast
1 cup lukewarm milk
1 quart vegetable oil for deep-frying
2.25 cups all-purpose flour
0.75 cup raisins
0.75 cup dried currants
1 medium Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and finely chopped
