Zeppole

Ingredients

• 2 quartss vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 large eggs , beaten
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 0.25 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups confectioners' sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather the ingredients. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. 2

   Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir in eggs, ricotta cheese, and vanilla. Mix gently over low heat until combined. Batter will be sticky.

3. 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.