Deep-fried PastryBalls Akin to Doughnuts: Zeppole
Looking for some unique ways to use store-bought pizza dough? Look no further! Here are six fantastic savory and innovative sweet ideas that Chowhounds came up with, including these Italian-inspired doughnuts.
Yield: 10 doughnuts (Zeppole)Difficulty: EasyTotal: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 1 pound store-bought pizza dough
- Canola oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
Instructions
- Slice the dough into 10 equal pieces.
- Shape each piece into a ball about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Allow to rise for approximately 45 minutes.
- Deep-fry in canola oil until cooked through and golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels, dust generously with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Love the idea of Italian-style doughnuts? Check out our enrichment data for an extended recipe, complete with optional fillings and historical context:
Enriched Recipe: Italian-style Doughnuts (Zeppole)
Ingredients:
- 1 package of store-bought pizza dough
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional fillings: Ricotta, Cannoli cream, or Nutella
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- Place the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch squares or your desired shapes.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat about 3 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Fry the Zeppole:
- Carefully place a few dough squares into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
- Fry until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Use a slotted spoon to turn them.
- Drain Excess Oil:
- Once golden, remove the zeppole with the slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- While still warm, generously dust the zeppole with powdered sugar.
- Optional Fillings:
- If desired, fill zeppole with ricotta, cannoli cream, or Nutella by injecting them using a pastry bag after they have cooled slightly.
- Serve:
- Serve warm and enjoy! Zeppole are traditionally served on special occasions like Saint Joseph's Day.
- The Italian-inspired doughnuts, called Zeppole, are conveniently made using store-bought pizza dough.
- The basic Zeppole recipe includes six simple steps, with an optional filling for added flavor.
- Nutrition enthusiasts may be intrigued to learn that Zeppole can be created with store-bought pizza dough and a variety of fillings.
- These Zeppole, categorized under sweet, offer a delightful and unique twist, making them an uncategorized addition to traditional pizza recipes.
