Zeppoli Recipe
chocolate hazelnut zeppoli, crushed hazelnut, chocolate hazelnut sauce
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Ingredients
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Filling & Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in flour and baking powder until a smooth dough forms.
- 2
Incorporate the Eggs
Allow the dough to cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep pan, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Use enough oil for deep frying.
- 4
Fry the Zeppoli
Using a spoon or a pastry bag, drop small balls of dough into the hot oil. Fry until they are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Fill with Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
Once the zeppoli are cool enough to handle, use a pastry bag to fill each with chocolate hazelnut spread.
- 6
Serve
Sprinkle with crushed hazelnuts and powdered sugar before serving warm.
