{"id":"bombolone_ad8706d4aa","slug":"bombolone","title":"Bombolone","description":"Indulge in these classic Italian yeast-leavened doughnuts. Soft, pillowy, and rolled in granulated sugar, they are typically filled with rich pastry cream (crema pasticcera), chocolate, or jam. 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Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Combine the lukewarm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of the sugar","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large stand mixer bowl, mix the bread flour, remaining sugar, lemon zest, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and the eggs.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Mix the bread flour, remaining sugar, lemon zest, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Knead with a dough hook on medium-low speed. Gradually add the softened butter piece by piece, ensuring each piece is incorporated before adding the next. Continue kneading for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth, shiny, and pulls away from the sides.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Knead with a dough hook","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.","group":"First Rise","title":"Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"First Rise"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Punch down the dough and turn it onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out to a thickness of about 1.5 cm (1/2 inch). Cut out circles using a 3-inch (8 cm) round cutter.","group":"Shaping","title":"Punch down the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Place circles on a parchment-lined tray, cover loosely, and let rise for another 45-60 minutes until puffy.","group":"Second Rise","title":"Place circles on a parchment-lined tray","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Second Rise"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the bomboloni in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until deep golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pot.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat the vegetable oil","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Remove with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels. While still hot, roll each bombolone in granulated sugar until well coated.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove with a slotted spoon","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-9","text":"Once cooled slightly, poke a hole in the side or top of each doughnut with a small knife or skewer. Use a piping bag fitted with a plain tip to fill with pastry cream.","group":"Finishing","title":"Once cooled slightly, poke a hole","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Ensure the oil temperature stays consistent at 350°F (175°C) for a perfect golden exterior without being greasy. For a lighter texture, knead the dough until it is very elastic and smooth.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Tuscan"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["stand mixer","rolling pin","3-inch round cutter","deep fryer or heavy pot","thermometer","piping bag"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"piece","note":"makes approximately 12 large bomboloni"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be prepared and proofed in the refrigerator overnight. Bring to room temperature before shaping."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Best served fresh on the day they are made. If necessary, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours.","reheatingNotes":"Reheating is not recommended as it may affect the sugar coating and cream filling."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbombolone_ad8706d4aa%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8eadeb0f-e590-49f1-a470-c408390d9c9d","imageAlt":"Bombolone — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["italian","doughnut","bomboloni","creamy","sweet","pastry"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Bombolone","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T07:37:08.841Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T07:37:08.841Z","related":[{"id":"zabaione_e4ffd1c355","slug":"zabaione","title":"Zabaione","description":"A classic, ethereal Italian dessert custard that is light, frothy, and rich. 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