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Italian Cream Bombs
Donna

Mouthwatering Italian Cream Bombs Recipe You’ll Love to Make

Discover the enchanting taste of Italian Cream Bombs with this easy recipe, perfect for a cozy breakfast or sweet afternoon snack.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
First Rise 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bombs
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 tsp Salt No substitutions needed
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Substitute with almond milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tsp Fresh Yeast Use 1 packet of instant dried yeast if fresh is unavailable
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Butter Margarine for dairy-free option
  • 2 Large Eggs No substitutes recommended
  • 4 cups Vegetable Oil Canola oil is a good alternative for frying
  • 2 cups Milk For a quick custard version
  • 1/3 cup Sugar
  • 3 tblsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar No substitutes needed

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • deep pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • piping bag
  • round cutter
  • Clean cloth
  • Rolling Pin
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Create a well in the center and pour in the warmed milk mixed with fresh yeast; let it foam for about 5 minutes. Mix in the butter and eggs, then knead until the dough is smooth, which should take about 8 minutes.
  2. First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover it with a clean cloth and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 90 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
  3. Shape Bomboloni: Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Use a round cutter to cut out circles, then let them rest for a brief moment to relax the gluten.
  4. Fry Bomboloni: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the dough rounds in small batches until they are golden brown on all sides, approximately 2-3 minutes. Once done, place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  5. Fill Bomboloni: Using a piping bag, carefully create a pocket in each Bombolone and fill them with your creamy custard. Finish by dusting them with powdered sugar before serving.