Bombolini ~ Italian Doughnuts
Indulge in the sweet, fluffy delight of Bombolini, Italian doughnuts filled with creamy goodness. Perfect for family gatherings or weekend brunches!
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Deep Pan
- Piping Bag
- Thermometer
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2.25 tsp instant yeast
- 0.5 cup lukewarm milk
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar divided
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp potato starch optional
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sugar or powdered sugar for coating
Pastry Cream Filling
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1. Mix yeast with warm milk and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- 2. In a large bowl, combine flour, potato starch, and salt. Add egg yolks, softened butter, and yeast mixture. Knead into a soft dough.
- 3. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- 4. Roll dough into a 9x9-inch square, cut into rounds, and let rise again (30 minutes).
- 5. Heat oil to 320°F (160°C). Fry doughnuts 90 seconds per side until golden. Drain and coat with sugar.
- 6. For pastry cream: Heat milk, sugar, and vanilla. Whisk yolks with cornstarch. Gradually combine with hot milk. Return to pan and cook until thick. Add butter, then cool completely.
- 7. Fill cooled doughnuts with pastry cream using a piping bag. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Use a thermometer to ensure proper oil temperature while frying. Let dough rise fully for the fluffiest results. Fill with chocolate, jam, or fruit compote for variations. Store unfilled doughnuts frozen, then fill fresh for best flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcal | Fat: 18g