Strawberry Bombs are delightful treats that combine soft, fluffy dough with a sweet and creamy strawberry filling. These bombs are perfect for a delicious dessert or an indulgent snack, offering a burst of strawberry flavor in every bite.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 300g (2 cups) flour
- 1 egg
- 45g (1/4 cup) sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 7g dry yeast
- 140ml (3/5 cup) warm milk
- 40g (1/4 cup) softened butter
For Decoration:
- Whipped cream
- Strawberries, chopped
- Powdered sugar
Method:
- Activate Yeast:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, yeast, and warm milk until the yeast is dissolved.
- Prepare Dough:
- Whisk in the egg.
- Add the flour and salt, then use a spatula to start mixing the dough. Continue working it with your hands until you get a dough that can stretch.
- Add the softened butter and knead the dough until the butter is completely incorporated.
- First Rise:
- Roll the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel, and let it rise for an hour until it has doubled in size.
- Shape Dough:
- Divide the dough into eight pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
- Cover the balls and let them sit for 30 minutes.
- Second Rise:
- Flatten each ball slightly and then roll it back into a ball.
- Cover and let sit for another 30 minutes.
- Fry Dough:
- Heat oil in a frying pan over low heat.
- Fry the dough balls for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Let them cool for a bit.
- Assemble Strawberry Bombs:
- Once cooled, cut each dough ball in half like a burger bun.
- Spread whipped cream and chopped strawberries on one half.
- Place the other half on top and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh cream and strawberry filling.
- Pair with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat.
FAQs:
- Can I use frozen strawberries?
- Fresh strawberries are recommended for the best texture and flavor, but you can use thawed frozen strawberries if needed.
- Can I bake the dough instead of frying?
- Yes, you can bake the dough balls at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown, though the texture will be different.
- Can I prepare the dough in advance?
- Yes, you can prepare the dough a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Allow it to come to room temperature and rise properly before frying.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving (varies based on exact measurements and additions)
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
Prep Time:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Rising Time: 2 hours
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Enjoy these delicious Strawberry Bombs, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!
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Strawberry Bombs
Strawberry Bombs are delightful treats that combine soft, fluffy dough with a sweet and creamy strawberry filling. These bombs are perfect for a delicious dessert or an indulgent snack, offering a burst of strawberry flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- – 300g 2 cups flour
- – 1 egg
- – 45g 1/4 cup sugar
- – Pinch of salt
- – 7g dry yeast
- – 140ml 3/5 cup warm milk
- – 40g 1/4 cup softened butter
For Decoration:
- – Whipped cream
- – Strawberries chopped
- – Powdered sugar
Instructions
Activate Yeast:
- – In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, yeast, and warm milk until the yeast is dissolved.
Prepare Dough:
- – Whisk in the egg.
- – Add the flour and salt, then use a spatula to start mixing the dough. Continue working it with your hands until you get a dough that can stretch.
- – Add the softened butter and knead the dough until the butter is completely incorporated.
First Rise:
- – Roll the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel, and let it rise for an hour until it has doubled in size.
Shape Dough:
- – Divide the dough into eight pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
- – Cover the balls and let them sit for 30 minutes.
Second Rise:
- – Flatten each ball slightly and then roll it back into a ball.
- – Cover and let sit for another 30 minutes.
Fry Dough:
- – Heat oil in a frying pan over low heat.
- – Fry the dough balls for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- – Let them cool for a bit.
Assemble Strawberry Bombs:
- – Once cooled, cut each dough ball in half like a burger bun.
- – Spread whipped cream and chopped strawberries on one half.
- – Place the other half on top and sprinkle with powdered sugar.