Zeppole (Fried Italian Doughnuts) Recipe

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Zeppole (Fried Italian Doughnuts)
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Directions:

  1. Cut open the vanilla bean lengthwise. Using the back of a knife, scrape along the inside of the vanilla bean to collect the seeds. Scrape vanilla bean seeds into a small bowl.
  2. Add the 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon and stir to combine. Set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan combine the butter, salt, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and water over medium heat. Bring to a boil.
  4. Take pan off the heat and stir in the flour. Return pan to the heat and stir continuously until mixture forms a ball, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the flour mixture to a medium bowl.
  6. Using an electric hand mixer on low speed, add eggs, 1 at a time, incorporating each egg completely before adding the next. Beat until smooth.
  7. If not frying immediately, cover with plastic wrap and reserve in the refrigerator.
  8. Meanwhile, pour enough oil into a large frying pan to reach a depth of 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375 degrees F.
  9. Using a small ice-cream scooper or 2 small spoons, carefully drop about a tablespoon of the dough into the hot olive oil, frying in batches.
  10. Turn the zeppole once or twice, cooking until golden and puffed up, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  11. Toss with cinnamon-sugar. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 78.57 Kcal (329 kJ)
Calories from fat 41.6 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.62g 7%
Cholesterol 37.45mg 12%
Sodium 35.59mg 1%
Potassium 19.7mg 0%
Total Carbs 8.06g 3%
Sugars 3.44g 14%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
Protein 1.55g 3%
Iron 0.3mg 1%
Calcium 13.6mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 250.57 Kcal (1049 kJ)
Calories from fat 132.67 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.74g 7%
Cholesterol 119.42mg 12%
Sodium 113.51mg 1%
Potassium 62.84mg 0%
Total Carbs 25.7g 3%
Sugars 10.98g 14%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 2%
Protein 4.93g 3%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 2%
Iron 0.8mg 1%
Calcium 43.3mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.9
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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