Zeppoli (Italian Fried Bread Dough)

By junerodgers

Ingredients

• 1-1/4 oz package active dry yeast
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Heat about 3 inches of oil in a saucepan to 375°F.

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water; set aside for 10 minutes.

Stir the remaining 1/2 cup water into the bowl.

Add flour, beating vigorously until a soft dough forms.

Turn the dough out onto a smooth surface, and knead with greased hands until smooth.

Place dough in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the surface.

Cover with a damp cloth.

Let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, about 1 to 1/1/2 hours.

Fry golf ball sizes of dough in batches until golden brown.

Drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and eat while still hot.