Italian Zeppole
Ingredients:
1. **For the dough:**
– 1 cup of water
– 1/2 cup of butter
– 1 teaspoon of sugar
– A pinch of salt
– 1 cup of flour
– 4 eggs
2. **For the filling:**
– Vanilla cream or custard
– Cherry jam or any preferred jam (for topping)
3. **For decoration:**
– Powdered sugar
#### Preparation Method:
1. **Making the dough:**
– In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil.
– Add the flour all at once, stirring continuously until a ball of dough forms.
– Allow the dough to cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well until combined.
2. **Frying:**
– Heat oil in a deep pan until hot.
– Use a teaspoon to shape small balls of dough and carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides.
3. **Serving:**
– Place the zeppole on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
– Fill the zeppole with vanilla cream and top with jam and powdered sugar.
Serve warm and enjoy this delicious treat!
