THE MOST MOIST ITALIAN ZEPPOLE RECIPE

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor while reducing saturated fat.

pastry cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: vanilla pudding

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with less sugar.

chocolate sauce

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Dark chocolate is richer in flavor and antioxidants.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut whipped cream is dairy-free and lighter.

Add 1 cup of water to a mixing bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the water.

Add a pinch of salt and one yeast paste.

Mix with a fork until the yeast is dissolved.

Add 50 milligrams of flour to the mixture.

Beat the mixture with a fork until it becomes a wet dough.

Cover the bowl with two blankets and allow the dough to rest for 2 hours.

Check the dough to see if it has doubled in size after resting.

Heat 1 liter of flavorless oil (vegetable, sunflower, or corn) in a pot.

Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the hot oil, using oil on the spoon to prevent sticking.

Transfer the cooked zeppole to a paper towel-lined plate once browned.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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