Delightful Croatian Fritule with Lemon Zest and Rum

Name: Delightful Croatian Fritule with Lemon Zest and Rum
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 24 bite-sized doughnuts
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp sugar; 1 packet active dry yeast (7g); 1 pinch salt; Zest of 1 lemon; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp rum; 2/3 cup milk (lukewarm); 2 cups vegetable oil (or enough for deep-frying); Powdered sugar, for dusting

Bite-sized doughnuts packed with flavor!

These traditional Croatian mini doughnuts are perfect for indulgent snacking or a sweet end to any meal.

1 h 30 min
24 bite-sized doughnuts
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tbsp sugar

1 packet active dry yeast (7g)

1 pinch salt

For the Flavoring

Zest of 1 lemon

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp rum

2/3 cup milk (lukewarm)

For Frying

2 cups vegetable oil (or enough for deep-frying)

For Dusting

Powdered sugar, for dusting

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.

Important: Ensure the yeast is activated for proper dough rising.

Add Flavorings

Add the lemon zest, vanilla extract, and rum, mixing gently.

Add Milk

Gradually pour in the lukewarm milk, stirring until a sticky dough forms.

Resting the Dough

Cover Dough

Cover the bowl with a damp cloth.

Rest the Dough

Allow it to rest in a warm place for 45 minutes.

Chef’s Tip: Let the dough rest well to enhance the fritule’s fluffiness.

Check Dough Size

The dough should double in size.

Cooking Process

Fry the Fritule

Carefully drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil, frying until golden brown.

Pro Tip: Test the oil temperature with a small piece of dough before frying the whole batch.

Cool the Fritule

Transfer the fried fritule onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Dust with Sugar

Once cooled slightly, dust generously with powdered sugar.

Plating & Serving