Giada'S Zeppole

1. 1

   Cut open vanilla bean lengthwise.

2. 2

   Using back back of a knife, scrape out the vanilla seeds.

3. 3

   Add seeds to 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon, stirring to combine; set aside.

4. 4

   In a medium saucepan, combine butter, salt, 3 tbsp sugar and water over medium heat.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Take pan off the heat and stir in the flour.

7. 7

   Return pan to heat and stir continuously until mixture forms a ball, about 3-5 minutes.

8. 8

   Transfer flour mixture to a medium bowl.

9. 9

   Using an electric hand mixer on low, add eggs, 1 at a time, blending each well.

10. 10

    Beat until smooth.

11. 11

    If not using dough immediately, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

12. 12

    Meanwhile pour enough oil into a large fry pan to reach a depth of 2 inches.

13. 13

    Heat oil over medium heat until temp reaches 375u00b0F.

14. 14

    Using a small ice cream scooper or 2 small spoons, carefully drop about a tablespoon of the dough into the hot oil, frying in batches.

15. 15

    Turn the zeppole once or twice, cooking until golden and puffed up, about 5 minutes.

16. 16

    Drain on paper towels.

17. 17

    Toss with cinnamon sugar.

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    Serve immediately.

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