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Donuts with Ricotta

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60 min

Donuts with Ricotta

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Time

60 min

Serving

22 persons

Calories

0

Rating

4.00★ (1)

Author: Monica Feluchi

Donuts with ricotta are not only tasty, but they also come with a typical donut form. They are round-shaped and fried in oil, which gives them superb taste and golden look! Just cook these donuts for your kids and you won’t notice how quickly they will eat them!

Ingredients

  • flour: 500 g
  • ricotta: 200 g (can be replaced with cottage cheese)
  • milk: 100 ml (warm)
  • yeast: 10 g (fresh)
  • sugar: 3 Tbsp
  • vanillin: 5 g
  • vanilla sugar: 10 g
  • salt: 1 pinch
  • oil: 250 ml

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Prepare the ingredients for the donuts to have them at hand while cooking. Divide the pack of yeast (50 g) into five equal parts. Take one part for cooking donuts.

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  2. Take a bowl and pour warm milk inside it. Add yeast, sugar, salt, vanillin and ricotta. If you don’t have ricotta at hand, you can replace it with cottage cheese. Mix the ingredients well.

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  3. Cover the dough with a towel and put the bowl into the warm place for about 20-30 minutes.

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  4. Dredge the counter top with flour and knead the dough.

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  5. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.

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  6. Roll out one part of the dough and cut out round-shaped figures using a large glass. Then cut out small holes inside the large ones using a small wine glass. Cut as many donuts as you can until you have dough.

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  7. Pour oil into a pot and heat it well on small fire. Put one donut into the oil.

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  8. Turn the donut onto another side in a 1.5-2 minutes. The donut should be golden.

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  9. That’s it! The donuts with ricotta are now ready! Put them on a paper towel to let the excess oil soak into it.

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  10. As soon as the donuts cool down, dredge them with vanilla sugar! Serve with warm tea or coffee and enjoy the dessert!

     

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History of the Donuts with Ricotta

Donuts with ricotta have Italian roots, where they are known as Zeppole di San Giuseppe. They are traditionally eaten on St. Joseph's Day, which is celebrated on March 19th. The donuts are believed to have been created in Naples and spread throughout the country. Their popularity grew and eventually made their way to America, where they are a common dessert in Italian-American households.

Tips and Tricks for Donuts with Ricotta Recipe

  • Make sure the milk is warm, but not hot. Hot milk can kill the yeast and prevent the dough from rising.
  • Use fresh yeast for best results.
  • To make the dough rise faster, place it in a warm place, like near a window with sunlight or near a stove.
  • Don't overwork the dough, as it can become tough and chewy.
  • If you don't have a large glass and a small wine glass for cutting out the donut shapes, a donut cutter can be used.

Tips for presenting the dish

  • Serve the donuts warm for the best taste.
  • Dredge the donuts in vanilla sugar while they are still warm.
  • Try making a glaze with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to drizzle over the donuts.
  • Serve with a side of fruit for a healthier option.
  • Don't forget to brew a cup of tea or coffee to enjoy with the sweet treat.

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