SAEDNEWS: Oliebollen are classic Dutch pastries similar to doughnuts. Typically filled with raisins and dusted with powdered sugar, these deep-fried treats are especially enjoyed during New Year’s celebrations. For the ultimate taste, savor them while they’re still warm!
According to SAEDNEWS: Oliebollen is a traditional Dutch dessert served during Christmas in the Netherlands. These deep-fried pastries are filled with raisins and covered in powdered sugar. Stay with us to learn how to make this delicious treat at home.
1 (0.6 ounce) cake compressed fresh yeast
1 cup lukewarm milk
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 large egg
¾ cup dried currants
¾ cup raisins
1 medium Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and finely chopped
1 quart vegetable oil for deep-frying
1 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting
Break up compressed yeast and stir into warm milk. Let stand for a few minutes to dissolve.
Sift flour and salt into a large bowl. Stir in yeast mixture and egg until smooth. Stir in currants, raisins, and apple. Cover the bowl and set in a warm place to rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Use two metal spoons to shape scoops of dough into 12 balls. Drop them carefully into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove doughnuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Dust doughnuts with confectioners' sugar. Transfer to a serving platter and dust with more confectioners' sugar.
If you want to become more familiar with other dishes served in the Netherlands, especially during Christmas, check this out.
