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Zeppole

Italy

Zeppole are traditionally associated with St Joseph's Day in Italy, when they're prepared in enormous batches for family and community celebrations.

Light, fluffy Italian doughnuts, deep-fried until golden and dusted generously in powdered sugar — a beloved festive treat, especially around St Joseph's Day.

Authentic Italy Zeppole recipe
Prep
20 mins plus proving
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
465 kcal
Serves
10
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

250gflour
7ginstant yeast
250mlwarm water
2 tbspsugar
1Loil, for frying
icing sugarfor dusting

Method

1

Mix flour, yeast, water and sugar into a loose, sticky batter. Prove for 1 hour until bubbly.

2

Heat oil to 180C.

3

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying until deeply golden and puffed, about 3-4 minutes.

4

Drain briefly and dust generously with icing sugar while still warm.

Chef's Tip

The batter should be quite loose and sticky, wetter than a typical dough — this gives zeppole their characteristic light, airy texture.

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