Oliebollen (literally “oil spheres”) are a traditional Dutch and Belgian treat. They’re traditionally made and enjoyed during New Years in the Netherlands.

They’re what we could call the Dutch version of doughnuts, and they’re highly addictive. 

Take a guilt-free ride to heaven!

Ingredients

• 2 small packets of instant dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 4 cups (510g) flour
• 2 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1 cup (235ml) milk
• 1 Granny Smith apple
• 3/4 cup (115g) currants
• 3/4 cup (115g) raisins
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• Powdered sugar
• Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Directions

1. Peel and chop up apple.
2. Warm milk and put in a small bowl.
3. Sprinkle yeast and sugar and stir to dissolve. Set aside for a while.
4. Put flour and salt in a large bowl and create a little well in the middle.
5. Add milk, eggs, apple, raisins and currants and stir until well combined.
6. Once apple is mixed in, cover bowl with a towel and put in warm, draft-free place to rise for 1h, until it has doubled.
7. Fill deep fryer or large saucepan about 1/3 full with oil and heat over medium heat to 165°C.
8. Use 2 tablespoons, dip them in oil, scoop up some dough and shape your Oliebollen before dropping them carefully into hot oil.
9. Leave in oil until golden (around 3 minutes for each side), remove with a slotted spoon and drain in paper towel.
10. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy warm.

Eet Smakelijk! Enjoy!