Zeppole [ZEHP-poh-leh] is an Italian doughnut-type pastry found at most East Coast fairs and carnivals. Light and airy, zeppoles are great as both a brunch offering or an afternoon treat.

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Zeppole

Zeppole are a traditional Italian treat of light, fluffy doughnuts filled with pastry cream and topped with a candied sour cherry.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Fried Dough, Giuseppe pastry, pastry Cream, Pizza Dough, Zeppole Di San Giuseppe, Zeppole Pastry

Servings: 20

Calories: 73kcal

Ingredients

HEAT

2 qt. Vegetable oil

STRETCH

1 lb. Purchased pizza dough, divided into golf ball-sized portions
Powdered sugar
Whipped cream
Raspberry jam
Fresh raspberries

Instructions

Heat oil in a 7–8 quart pot over medium-high to 375°.
Stretch and flatten dough pieces.
Drop dough into oil 1 piece at a time; fry in batches of 4 or 5 until puffed and golden brown, 1–2 minutes per side. Drain fried dough on a paper-towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Repeat frying with remaining dough.
Serve fried dough warm with whipped cream, jam, and raspberries

Notes

Per serving, Calories: 73

Nutrition Facts

1 servings per container

Amount Per ServingCalories73
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 7%
Sodium 76mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Protein 2g 4%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.