Zeppole

This is a simple recipe for an Italian delicacy. These fried ricotta doughnut-like cookies are dusted with confectioners' sugar and served warm.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 69 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 eggs, beaten
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
• 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
• ½ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Stir in the eggs, ricotta cheese and vanilla. Mix gently over low heat until combined. Batter will be sticky.

Step 3

Drop by tablespoons into the hot oil a few at a time. Zeppole will turn over by themselves. Fry until golden brown, about 3 or 4 minutes. Drain in a paper sack and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve warm.