Ingredients:
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 3/4 cup warm milk
– 2 eggs
– 1/4 cup melted butter
– Vegetable oil for frying
– Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Stir well to combine.
2. Add the warm milk, eggs, and melted butter to the bowl. Mix the ingredients until everything is well combined and forms a soft dough.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it doubles in size.
5. Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Use a round cookie cutter or an upside-down glass to cut out circles of dough. Place the circles on a lightly floured surface and cover them with a towel to rise for an additional 30 minutes.
7. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or a deep fryer to 350°F.
8. Carefully drop the bomboloni into the hot oil, being mindful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until the donuts turn golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
9. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bomboloni from the oil and place them on a paper towel lined plate to absorb the excess oil.
10. Once the bomboloni have cooled slightly, use a piping bag with a small tip to fill them with your desired filling.
11. Dust the bomboloni with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy your homemade Italian donuts! They can be kept fresh for several days in an airtight container at room temperature. For a more decadent treat, you can dip the bomboloni in melted chocolate or caramel sauce. You can also experiment with different fillings like jam, peanut butter, or cream cheese. Whatever you choose, these fluffy treats are sure to please everyone’s sweet tooth!