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Orange-Ricotta Bomboloni Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
-1/2 cup all-purpose flour
-1/2 teaspoon baking powder
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-2 tablespoons granulated sugar
-2 tablespoons butter, melted
-1 large egg
-1/4 cup whole milk
-1/4 teaspoon orange zest
-1/4 cup ricotta cheese
-1/4 cup powdered sugar
-1/2 teaspoon orange zest
-2 tablespoons butter, melted
-1/4 cup orange marmalade

Special Equipment Needed:
-Large bowl
-Whisk
-Pastry bag
-Cookie sheet
-Parchment paper

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, egg, milk, and orange zest.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and orange zest.
6. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll out to 1/4-inch thickness.
7. Using a pastry bag, pipe the ricotta cheese mixture onto the dough in 1-inch circles.
8. Fold the dough over the ricotta cheese mixture and press the edges together to seal.
9. Place the bomboloni on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and brush with melted butter.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes 12 bomboloni

Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 150
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 3g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
-All-purpose flour: gluten-free all-purpose flour
-Butter: vegan butter
-Whole milk: almond milk
-Ricotta cheese: vegan ricotta cheese
-Orange marmalade: raspberry jam

Variations:
-Replace orange zest with lemon zest
-Add chopped nuts to the ricotta cheese mixture
-Replace orange marmalade with your favorite jam

Tips and Tricks:
-Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling out for a flakier texture.
-Make sure to seal the edges of the bomboloni well to prevent the filling from leaking out.

Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
-Dust with powdered sugar
-Garnish with orange zest
-Serve with a dollop of orange marmalade

Garnishes:
-Powdered sugar
-Orange zest

Pairings:
-Coffee
-Tea
-Hot chocolate

Suggested Side Dishes:
-Fruit salad
-Mixed greens salad
-Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the dough is too sticky, add more flour.
-If the bomboloni are too dry, add more milk.

Food Safety Advice:
-Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
-Keep the bomboloni refrigerated until ready to serve.

Food History:
Bomboloni is an Italian pastry that originated in the 18th century. It is traditionally filled with custard or jam and dusted with powdered sugar.

Flavor Profiles:
-Sweet
-Citrusy
-Creamy

Serving Suggestions:
-Serve as a dessert or snack
-Serve with a cup of coffee or tea

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Region: Italian

Taste: Sweet, Zesty, Creamy, Citrusy