Oliebollen (Dutch Doughnuts)

Olliebollen are traditional Dutch doughnuts made with apples, raisins, and currants. These deep-fried goodies are a festive New Year’s treat.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 270 Calories

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
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Break up compressed yeast and stir into warm milk. Let stand for a few minutes to dissolve.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Sift flour and salt into a large bowl. Stir in yeast mixture and egg until smooth. Fold in currants, raisins, and apple.

Step 4

Cover the bowl and set in a warm place to rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 6

Use two metal spoons to shape scoops of dough into 12 balls.

Step 7

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 8

Dust warm doughnuts with confectioners’ sugar, transfer to a serving platter, and sprinkle with more sugar just before serving.