Perfect Bomboloni Recipe
Make soft and fluffy Bomboloni at home with this easy Italian winter recipe. A cozy dessert perfect for cold days.
Ingredients
Bomboloni Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- zest of 1 lemon
- 2/3 cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
For Frying and Finishing
- oil for frying
- granulated sugar for coating
- optional fillings pastry cream, Nutella, or jam
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk with the yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and lemon zest. Add the egg and yeast mixture. Mix to form dough, then knead with butter for 10 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let the dough rise for 1.5 hours until doubled.
- Roll out dough and cut rounds. Let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
- Fry at 350°F (175°C) for 1–2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and roll in sugar.
- Fill with pastry cream, Nutella, or jam if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can infuse the milk with a bit of vanilla before mixing it into the dough.