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Italian Cream Bombs

These delightful Italian cream bombs feature soft, fluffy dough filled with rich custard, offering a burst of flavor in every bite.
Servings 12 pieces
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk heated to warm, not boiling
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 3 large eggs

Filling and Topping

  • 1 cup custard
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt together until well combined.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until warm, but not boiling. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  • Pour the warm milk and butter mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture combines.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll it into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
  • Flatten each ball slightly and place a teaspoon of custard in the center. Carefully fold the dough over the custard and pinch to seal it well.
  • Shape the filled dough into a ball again and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Cooking

  • Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the cream bombs in batches until they are golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Once fried, remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.

Notes

Ensure your yeast is fresh for proper rising. Can be served with coffee, fruit compote, or whipped cream for an elevated experience.
Calories: 200kcal
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Comfort Food, Custard Filled Dough, Fried Pastry, Italian Cream Bombs, Sweet Treat