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July 23, 2026

Making Zeppole, Simple Italian Donuts

Zeppole donuts are characterized by a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth center and are rolled in sugar. These delectable Italian donut holes are incredibly easy to make and always disappear quickly.

Zeppole donuts with powdered sugar

What is Zeppole?

Zeppole is an Italian pastry similar to Bomboloni and consists of fried donut balls made from Cream Puff dough. They are particularly popular during St. Joseph’s Day in Italy, which coincides with Italian Father’s Day. These fried pastries are traditionally served in simple paper bags and dusted with powdered sugar at Italian carnivals or festivals.

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Zeppole in paper bag dusted with powdered sugar.

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