Olie Bollen Dutch Fritters
Indulge in a taste of the Netherlands with Olie Bollen, traditional Dutch fritters that are golden, crispy, and irresistibly fluffy on the inside. These deep-fried treats are made with a yeast-based dough enriched with raisins or currants (optional for a fruity twist) and lightly sweetened with a hint of sugar. Perfectly fried to perfection and dusted generously with powdered sugar, they’re a must-have for festive occasions like New Year’s Eve or comforting anytime snacks. Easy to make with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and eggs, these fritters come together in under an hour, including rising time. Serve them warm for a delightful, melt-in-your-mouth experience that will transport your taste buds to a cozy Dutch holiday tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 25 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 300 milliliters Whole milk
- 100 milliliters Water
- 1 large Egg
- 150 grams Raisins or currants (optional)
- 1000 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 50 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Warm the milk and water to about 40°C (104°F), ensuring it's lukewarm but not too hot. Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients.
Crack the egg into the bowl and stir the batter until it is smooth. The dough will have a thick, sticky consistency.
Mix in the raisins or currants, if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the batter rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 180°C (350°F). Ensure there is enough oil to fully submerge the fritters.
Using two tablespoons or a small ice cream scoop, carefully drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil. Fry 3-4 fritters at a time, avoiding overcrowding.
Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Dust the Olie Bollen generously with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best taste!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1023.2 g | 1312% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.7 g | 758% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 257 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 2615 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 590.7 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.8 g | ||
| Protein | 75.1 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 558 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 2312 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
