Zeppole

Name: Zeppole
Ingredients: 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 pinch salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

9 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Directions

1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2

In a medium saucepan, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Stir in the eggs, ricotta cheese and vanilla. Mix gently over low heat until combined. Batter will be sticky.
3

Drop by tablespoons into the hot oil a few at a time. Zeppole will turn over by themselves. Fry until golden brown, about 3 or 4 minutes. Drain in a paper sack and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve warm.