ZEPPOLE RECIPE - (4/5)

Zeppole Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by pamdabear3383

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 quart vegetable oil, for frying
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Heat about 3 inches of oil in a saucepan at 375°F. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water; set aside for 10 minutes. Stir the remaining 1/2 cup water into the bowl. Add flour, beating vigorously until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a smooth surface, and knead with greased hands until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the surface. Cover with a damp cloth. Let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Fry golf ball sizes of dough in batches until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and eat while still hot.