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Bomboloni – Italian Doughnuts: A Taste of Sweet Indulgence

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Bomboloni are Italian filled doughnuts, fluffy and golden on the outside, soft and airy on the inside. These sweet treats are traditionally filled with pastry cream, Nutella, or jam, and are a beloved indulgence across Italy.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup warm milk
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying
  • Granulated sugar, for coating
  • Pastry cream, Nutella, or jam for filling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm milk, softened butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Once risen, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut into rounds using a doughnut cutter or a glass.
  6. Place the rounds on a floured tray, cover, and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
  7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Fry the doughnuts in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  9. Drain on paper towels, then roll in granulated sugar while still warm.
  10. Fill each bombolone with pastry cream, Nutella, or jam using a piping bag.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain oil temperature.
  • Bomboloni are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day.
  • You can customize the filling to your taste preference.

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