Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped apple
- 1/4 cup chopped candied orange peel
- 1/4 cup chopped candied lemon peel
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or electric mixer
- Plastic wrap
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Slotted spoon or spider strainer
- Paper towels
- Serving platter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together warm milk and eggs.
3. Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until smooth.
4. Fold in raisins, chopped apple, candied orange peel, and candied lemon peel.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven to 375°F.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.
8. Fry the oliebollen for 3-4 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
9. Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to remove the oliebollen from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
10. Dust the oliebollen with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Rising time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 3-4 minutes per batch
5. Temperature:
Oil temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
Makes about 20 oliebollen
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 80mg
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of raisins, you can use dried cranberries or chopped apricots.
- Instead of chopped apple, you can use chopped pear or mashed banana.
- Instead of candied orange and lemon peel, you can use grated orange and lemon zest.
Variations:
- Instead of raisins and fruit, you can make plain oliebollen and serve them with powdered sugar and a side of warm chocolate sauce for dipping.
- You can also add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the oliebollen to ensure they cook evenly and don't absorb too much oil.
- Don't overcrowd the pot when frying the oliebollen to prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the batter for even-sized oliebollen.
- Serve the oliebollen warm for the best texture and flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Oliebollen are best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat oliebollen, place them on a baking sheet and warm them in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the oliebollen on a platter and dust them with powdered sugar for a festive presentation.
- Serve them with a side of warm chocolate sauce or whipped cream for dipping.
Garnishes:
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
- Warm chocolate sauce
- Fresh berries
Pairings:
- Hot cocoa or coffee
- Mulled wine or cider
- Eggnog
Suggested side dishes:
- Dutch stroopwafels
- Speculaas cookies
- Pepernoten (Dutch spiced cookies)
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the oliebollen are too dense, make sure the batter is well-mixed and the yeast is activated.
- If the oliebollen are too oily, make sure the oil is hot enough and the oliebollen are drained well after frying.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when working with hot oil to prevent burns.
- Make sure the oliebollen are cooked through before serving.
Food history:
- Oliebollen are a traditional Dutch treat typically eaten on New Year's Eve and during winter festivals. They are similar to doughnuts and are often filled with raisins or other dried fruit.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Fruity
- Spiced
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the oliebollen warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of warm chocolate sauce or whipped cream for dipping.
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Region: Dutch
Taste: Sweet, Savory, Spicy, Raisin, Doughy, Raisin-Flavored