Zeppole

Zeppole

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

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 2
Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir in 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.
Zeppole
Zeppole
Zeppole
Zeppole

Ingredients

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

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