Oliebollen
Indulge in the festive charm of Dutch cuisine with these delicious oliebollen, a traditional holiday treat often enjoyed on New Year's Eve. These golden, deep-fried dough balls are delightfully crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, studded with sweet raisins for bursts of chewy flavor. The batter, made with a blend of all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and instant yeast, rises to perfection before being fried to a beautiful golden hue. A generous dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect finishing touch, creating a delicate balance of sweetness. Easy to make at home with simple pantry staples, oliebollen are best served warm and are sure to be the highlight of any festive gathering. Perfect for parties or as a cozy snack, this recipe will transport you straight to a Dutch winter wonderland!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 25 grams granulated sugar
- 7 grams instant yeast
- 5 grams salt
- 300 milliliters milk
- 100 milliliters water
- 2 large eggs
- 150 grams raisins
- 1000 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
- 50 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Stir to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Warm the milk and water until lukewarm (around 37°C or 98°F). Be careful not to overheat it as this can deactivate the yeast.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs lightly and then add them to the milk and water mixture.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or a hand mixer until smooth and well combined.
Gently fold in the raisins, 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 1 hour, or until it has doubled in volume.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large, heavy-bottomed pot to 180°C (350°F). Use a thermometer to ensure the correct frying temperature.
Using two spoons or an ice cream scoop, carefully drop small portions of the batter (about 2 to 3 tablespoons each) into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
Fry the oliebollen for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the oliebollen with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat until all the batter is used, making sure to maintain the oil’s temperature throughout.
Allow the oliebollen to cool slightly. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1021.2 g | 1309% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.7 g | 753% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2281 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 594.2 g | 216% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 189.3 g | ||
| Protein | 82.5 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 613 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 2352 mg | 50% | |
*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.
