Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Italian Cream Bombs, light and airy pastries that are perfect for any celebration or sweet craving. These delightful treats feature a rich cream filling that perfectly contrasts with their fluffy dough, making each bite a heavenly experience. Ideal for gatherings, holidays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress friends and family alike. With customizable fillings and an elegant powdered sugar dusting, these pastries are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Make the Dough: Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk; let sit until foamy. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Mix in yeast mixture, egg, and melted butter. Knead until smooth (about 8-10 minutes). Let rise in a greased bowl until doubled (1-1½ hours).
- Prepare Cream Filling: Heat milk; whisk together sugar, yolks, and cornstarch. Gradually add hot milk to egg mixture; return to heat until thickened. Stir in butter and vanilla; cool before chilling.
- Shape & Fry: Divide dough into pieces; roll into balls and let rise again (30 minutes). Fry at 350°F until golden brown (2-3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Fill & Serve: Once cooled, fill with chilled pastry cream using a piping bag. Dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Italian Cream Bomb (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg