Zeppoles

wow, can they possibly be made low cal??? prob not...lol

Zeppole

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 40 Minutes
Servings: 35

"This is a simple recipe for an Italian delicacy. These fried ricotta doughnut-like cookies are dusted with confectioners' sugar and served warm. "

INGREDIENTS:
2 quarts canola oil for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

DIRECTIONS:
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.

Nutrition
Information
Servings Per Recipe: 35
Calories: 79
Amount Per Serving
Total Fat: 5.9g
Cholesterol: 14mg
Sodium: 44mg
Amount Per Serving
Total Carbs: 5.1g
Dietary Fiber: 0.1g
Protein: 1.5g