Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
Special equipment needed:
- Stand mixer with dough hook attachment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the milk and yeast. Set aside for 5 minutes until the yeast is activated.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
3. Add the activated yeast mixture and egg to the stand mixer bowl and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour to the stand mixer bowl and mix until a smooth dough forms.
5. Cover the stand mixer bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
9. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. While the bollen are baking, melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave.
11. Once the bollen are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
12. Dip each bollen into the melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts.
13. Serve warm.
Time:
Preparation time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
12 bollen
Nutritional information:
Calories: 220
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted for all-purpose flour.
- Salted butter can be substituted for unsalted butter.
- Almond milk can be substituted for milk.
- Dark chocolate can be substituted for chocolate chips.
- Chopped almonds can be substituted for chopped hazelnuts.
Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dough for a spiced flavor.
- Use white chocolate instead of dark chocolate.
- Add dried fruit, such as raisins or cranberries, to the dough.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar and salt.
- Use a warm, draft-free place for the dough to rise.
- Dip the bollen into the melted chocolate while they are still warm for easier chocolate coverage.
Storage instructions:
Store the bollen in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the bollen in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the bollen on a platter and dust with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with additional chopped hazelnuts or drizzle with additional melted chocolate.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a fruit salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until a smooth dough forms.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until a smooth dough forms.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and any equipment used in the recipe thoroughly to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Food history:
Bollen are a traditional Dutch pastry that are typically eaten on New Year's Eve.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and chocolatey.
Serving suggestions:
Serve warm with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
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Taste: Rich, Sweet, Nutty, Chocolatey