Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Bomboloni, Italy’s best donuts that are irresistibly soft and fluffy. Filled with luscious pastry cream or fruity jam, these golden-brown treats are dusted with sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any festive occasion, Bomboloni transforms every bite into a joyous experience. Bring the taste of an authentic Italian café to your kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup vanilla pastry cream or fruit jam
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and yeast mixture; mix to form a sticky dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Roll out the dough to half an inch thick; cut circles with a cookie cutter and place them on parchment paper.
- Heat oil in a deep pot over medium heat (350°F). Fry donut rounds for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Once cool, fill each donut with your desired filling using a pastry bag or syringe, then roll in sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bombolone (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Experiment with fillings like Nutella or whipped cream for unique flavors. For flavored sugars, try adding cinnamon or lemon zest to the coating.