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Bomboloni alla Crema

Bomboloni alla Crema: Irresistibly Fluffy Italian Treats

Bomboloni alla Crema are heavenly cream-filled Italian doughnuts that create joyful moments with every bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 doughnuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Whole Milk warm, about 110°F (43°C)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar can be substituted
  • 2 teaspoons Dry Yeast
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 2 Large Eggs
For the Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
For the Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can replace with granulated sugar

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • piping bag
  • Deep pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bomboloni alla Crema
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and sugar, stirring in the dry yeast. Let sit until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, and melted butter. Pour in the foamy yeast mixture and knead until smooth.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Punch down the dough and roll small pieces into balls. Let them rise again for 30 minutes.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry dough balls until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer fried bomboloni to a towel-lined plate to cool. Fill with heavy cream using a piping bag.
  7. Roll filled bomboloni in powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1doughnutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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