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Zeppole filled with sour cherry jam and dusted with sugar
Italian donuts with fruit filling

Sour Cherry Filled Italian Donuts

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts Appetizers
The tartness of sour cherries pairs exceptionally well with rich, fried pastries. In this variation, the neutral Zeppole dough serves as a vehicle for intense fruit flavor. The natural acidity of the cherries cuts through the oil, making the whole dessert feel lighter. It's a balance of sweet dough, tart filling, and crispy crust.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 6 servings
🔥 Calories 390 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Piping bag
  • Parchment paper
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowl

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Prepare the panade (dough base): boil water, butter, and salt. Stir in flour and cook until it forms a ball and films the pot bottom.

Tip: This gelatinization gives the dough its structure.
2 ✓

Cool to lukewarm, then beat in eggs one by one until smooth and glossy.

Tip: The dough should stretch between your fingers without breaking immediately.
3 ✓

Pipe onto parchment squares in wreath shapes. Let rest for 10 minutes.

Tip: Resting helps the surface dry slightly, holding the shape better in oil.
4 ✓

Fry in 350°F (175°C) oil until golden brown. Give them room to expand.

Tip: Oil temp is key: too hot burns the outside, too cool makes them greasy.
5 ✓

Drain and cool completely on a wire rack.

Tip: A rack prevents the bottoms from getting soggy.
6 ✓

Pipe generous amounts of sour cherry jam into the centers and dust with sugar.

Tip: Chunky jam adds texture.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use canned cherries?
Canned fruit is too wet and will make the dough soggy. If using canned, thicken it with cornstarch into a pudding-like consistency first.
Can I bake these?
Yes, at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, but the result will be a Cream Puff (Profiterole), not a traditional fried Zeppole.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Water
  • 3.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 quart Vegetable Oil (for frying)
  • 2/3 cup Sour Cherry Jam (chunky)
  • 2 tbsp Confectioners' Sugar