ZEPPOLE (ITALIAN DOUGHNUTS)
This is another version of Zeppole, also known as Pizza Frita. Simple and delicious.
Provided by Daune (pronounced "Dawn") Browne
Categories Other Desserts
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Sprinkle the yeast and sugar over the water in a measuring cup. Stir until the yeast dissolves.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir until well blended. Cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place for 1-1/2 hours.
- 3. Pour about 2 inches of oil into a deep heavy saucepan or deep fryer. Heat the oil until the temperature reaches 375 degrees or until a drop of the dough slipped into the oil sizzles and turns brown in 1 minute.
- 4. Drop the dough by tablespoons into the hot oil. Do not crowd the pan. Cook the zeppole until golden brown and puffed, aout 2 minutes. Remove the zeppole with a slotted spoon and drain them briefly on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- 5. Put the zeppole in a paper bag, add the confectioners sugar, and shake them until well coated. Serve immediately.
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