Description
Discover the delightful world of Bomboloni, Italy’s best donuts! These fluffy, golden treats are filled with your choice of sweet fillings like pastry cream or jam, making them perfect for any celebration or cozy afternoon indulgence. With a light dusting of powdered sugar and an irresistible aroma, Bomboloni are sure to impress everyone at your table. Whether enjoyed fresh or customized with unique flavors, this classic Italian dessert is a must-try for any home baker!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast (7g)
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed (240ml)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (56g)
- 2 large eggs
- Pastry cream or jam for filling
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes). Melt the butter and let cool slightly.
- Add eggs and melted butter to the yeast mixture; stir to combine. Gradually add flour until a dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface and cut into circles. Place on parchment-lined trays to rise again for 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to around 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts until golden brown (about 2 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Fill with pastry cream or jam and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg