Ricotta Zeppoles

By Jan_C

Ingredients

• 4 cups and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
• 1/2 cup and 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 pinch salt
• 3/4 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup and 1 teaspoon ricotta cheese
• 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. In a medium saucepan, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Stir in the eggs, ricotta cheese and vanilla. Mix gently over low heat until combined. Batter will be sticky.

3. Drop by tablespoons into the hot oil a few at a time. Zeppole will turn over by themselves. Fry until golden brown, about 3 or 4 minutes. Drain in a paper sack and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve warm.