Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup currants
- 1/2 cup diced candied orange peel
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon
- Dutch oven or deep fryer
- Slotted spoon
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger, cloves, granulated sugar, brown sugar, orange zest, almonds, raisins, currants, and candied orange peel.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or deep fryer to 350°F.
5. Drop the batter by heaping tablespoons into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Remove the oliebollen from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
7. Serve warm.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 4 minutes per batch
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 24 oliebollen
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the all-purpose flour, you can substitute with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
- For the light brown sugar, you can substitute with dark brown sugar.
- For the slivered almonds, you can substitute with chopped walnuts or pecans.
- For the raisins, you can substitute with dried cranberries or dried cherries.
- For the currants, you can substitute with chopped dried apricots or chopped dates.
- For the candied orange peel, you can substitute with chopped candied lemon peel.
- For the eggs, you can substitute with flax eggs.
- For the milk, you can substitute with almond milk or oat milk.
- For the butter, you can substitute with coconut oil or vegetable oil.
Variations:
- For a sweeter oliebollen, you can add 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup to the wet ingredients.
- For a spicier oliebollen, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients.
- For a more savory oliebollen, you can add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the dry ingredients.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the batter. If the oil is not hot enough, the oliebollen will be greasy.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the oliebollen.
- If the oliebollen are not browning evenly, you can rotate them in the oil.
Storage instructions:
The oliebollen can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
The oliebollen can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
The oliebollen can be served on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream.
Garnishes:
The oliebollen can be garnished with a sprinkle of chopped almonds, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Pairings:
The oliebollen can be paired with a cup of coffee or a glass of orange juice.
Suggested side dishes:
The oliebollen can be served with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the oliebollen are not browning evenly, you can rotate them in the oil.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use a thermometer to check the temperature of the oil before adding the batter.
Food history:
Oliebollen is a traditional Dutch treat that is typically served around the holidays.
Flavor profiles:
The oliebollen have a sweet and nutty flavor with hints of orange and spices.
Serving suggestions:
The oliebollen can be served as a snack or dessert.
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Region: Dutch