Italian Fried Dough

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    24 balls

  • Calories

    1275 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Italian Fried Dough

This Italian fried dough, also known as zeppole or pizza fritta, is an easy dessert that is perfect for casual parties or special occasions!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter , cut into ½ inch cubes
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • vegetable oil
  • powdered sugar
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Instructions

  1. Preheat a oven to warm or 170°F. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  3. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend in the cold butter.
  4. Stir in the warm milk until the dough comes together. Cover and set aside to rest for 15 minutes. Dough will still be slightly sticky.
  5. Using a shallow skillet, heat approximately 1-inch of vegetable oil to 350°F. Use a deep fry thermometer to make sure your heat is stable.
  6. Spray a tablespoon with cooking spray and scoop out a heaping tablespoon to form a loose ball. Drop into the hot oil, cooking for about 1 minute and turning halfway until golden brown. Continue to work until all is fried, approximately 24 balls. Balls will be golden brown and slightly puffed.
  7. Remove to a wire rack over a baking sheet and place into a warm oven until ready to serve.
  8. When ready to serve, dust with powdered sugar.
  9. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 1275kcal (64%) Carbohydrates 215g (72%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 82mg (27%) Sodium 1829mg (76%) Potassium 1357mg (39%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 21g (42%) Vitamin A 996IU (20%) Calcium 617mg (62%) Iron 12mg (67%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1275 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 1275kcal 64%
Carbohydrates 215g 72%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 31g 48%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 1829mg 76%
Potassium 1357mg 29%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 21g 42%
Vitamin A 996IU 20%
Calcium 617mg 62%
Iron 12mg 67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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