Jul 14 2026

Zeppoli Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Caramel, Chocolate, Raspberry and Confection Sugar.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.

  2. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

  3. 3

    Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

    Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Frying

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 5

    Fry the Zeppoli

    Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, carefully drop small amounts of the dough into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally.

  3. 6

    Drain Excess Oil

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the zeppoli from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

  4. 7

    Dust with Sugar

    While still warm, dust the zeppoli with confectioners' sugar.

Serving

  1. 8

    Add Toppings

    Drizzle the warm zeppoli with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, and raspberry sauce just before serving.

  2. 9

    Enjoy!

    Serve warm and enjoy your delicious zeppoli!

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