How to Make the Legendary ZEPPOLE di San Giuseppe

In Italy, around the time of “La Festa di San Giuseppe,” a special treat starts to appear in the windows of pastry shops. Its striking appearance is hard to ignore, which is why it’s kind of crazy that I’ve never taken the opportunity to try one… until now.
Today, Eva is introducing me to the legendary Zeppole di San Giuseppe and showing us how to make them at home, so that you can enjoy this once-a-year treat any time you like!
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ZEPPOLE DI SAN GIUSEPPE RECIPE - www.pastagrammar.com/post/how...
To make the Zeppole di San Patrizio, follow the recipe above but when making the custard use 200ml whole milk mixed with 50ml Bailey's Irish Cream, and increase the corn starch slightly to 45g. Buon appetito!
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[@PastaGrammar]

Happy St. Patrick's Day! And Happy San Giuseppe Day! There's a lot to celebrate... got any special food on the menu this week?

[@margaretwhiting3073]

I’d prefer San Giuseppe Day over St Patrick’s any time!

[@annatamparow4917]

St. Patrick is important, but San Guiseppe sounds wonderful, too. For us it is Clean Monday, so I cooked pasta with shrimps, but Eva would have been horrified, since I used Passata and let the dish cook for a full 20 minutes. I cannot digest pasta al dente!😊

[@thelmaguaetta1109]

Pasta con sarde. White tablecloth. Statue of St Joe on the table. Don't forget to give to the poor.

[@busterdetroit39]

Sfingi

[@radzo1675]

I had Zeppole at my favorite restaurant last night. Had no idea of the back story but it was delicious.

[@jonathanrio6587]

Eva saying she thought Harper wanted to just wear something stupid sent me. She is savage! And I am HERE for it!!!!

[@crankiemanx8423]

That's the calabrian way.My Nonna was blunt like this & My mum is the same😮

[@rosannarm]

@@crankiemanx8423 Not only Calabrian.. I think it's a standard Southern Italian thing. lol they give no Fks

[@reesiezanga5232]

Lol so you like seeing abuse...ok

[@ps5801]

Hey Harper -- I grew up in an Irish Catholic neighborhood. I have a great suggestion for your costumes. Get a corned beef brisket. Make a pastrami rub from some coriander, black pepper, paprika, maybe some mustard seed and garlic power (if you get the garlic powder, hide it from Eva, the poor dear). Set up your smoker. If those costumes will burn, use them to start the fire. Okay, sorry. I'll show myself out.

[@beth5765]

😂😂😂

[@bobaloo2012]

Life lesson from an old married guy, you don't say "do you need a hand?", you say "let me help with that?" Eva's never going to say she needs help with something like that.

[@sknap2728]

Actually, id rather it be the question Harper asked vs stepping in assuming help is needed. I expect they have a good rapport and one knows the other can help when needed.

[@spoonierv1543]

Because she didn’t. Which could have been a lesson in people knowing their abilities and respecting when they ask for help.

[@cairneoleander8130]

I agree with the supportive sentiment, but can respect if her pride makes her not want help yet. ♥️

[@mariefricchione437]

Can I help you?

[@jamespreston7823]

st. Giuseppe day is awesome and should be recognized today even more Proto-step-dad ! ! ! a REAL father 😃

[@gizmo7877]

Ava is such a good egg! All my Italian life we’ve had zeppoles for St. Joseph’s day AND on Easter. However, we’ve always filled the pastry with custard, not just laid it on top. The custard is the star of the show! That’s how I like it, just like a cream puff. For the first time I bought the Italian cherries, can’t wait to try them. Oh dear, how does one ever lose any weight like this?!

[@astraoak9139]

Since you have bought the cherries, you can try them on chocolate icecream, or cream icecream. They are amazing. My granny used to put them in chocolate pudding as well. Their acidity pairs really well with rich, sweet ingredients 😊

[@alanhirschman1320]

It’s so cool how the parchment paper just gently floats away from the choux pastry in the fryer.

[@miseentrope]

That is magic! (also science, but 🤫) 🪄

[@bbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbb-]

I love that I learned to be able to identify choux pastry from how it ends up in the pot. The texture is so unique and then adding the yolk. Thank you, GBBO, for all of the contestants who were so worried about their pastry coming together properly.

[@flanamac7993]

I'm half Irish, half Italian and we celebrated from the 17th to the 19th. My family made St. Joseph cookies. Filled with ground chickpeas, cinnamon, honey and chocolate pieces, Pasty crust, deep fried. I'm sending your Irish Zeppole recipe to my brother. He'll love it.

[@paulodacosta944]

La zeppole di san Giuseppe sono napoletane, no irlandesi

[@tcgiuffre9908]

You guys😂😂😂 burst out laughing at poor Eva in that get-up.

[@annereidy7981]

Hazelnuts would be local to Ireland. And Happy St Patrick's/Giuseppe Day !

[@user-fo5hs8hb9i]

I dunno: hazelnuts are also called filberts because they’re harvested on the feast of San Fillipo. I think he was French?

[@annereidy7981]

@@user-fo5hs8hb9i the common hazel but am sure hazel was being harvested long before then.The product these make is called praline.

[@janetseidlitz5976]

Oh my! I have not seen these in 40 years. Grandma's favorite for sure.

[@april4244]

Being Irish and Italian, this was the best episode ever!

[@vickitucker9930]

That was so funny when Eva appeared in costume! Lol!! 😂 ☘️

[@pile333]

Zeppole is an absolute food drug. Delicious.

[@happytosti7715]

That might have been the cutest video ever! Not a bad idea having Eva put an Italian spin on other dishes from around the world! But costume because it’s so funny! Can’t wait to try this.

[@dogvom]

San Giuseppole!

[@iluvlexiful]

MY MOST FAVORITE DESSERT EVER!! Happy St. Joseph’s Day 🤍and St. Patrick’s Day ☘

[@fredfeldt5329]

I would die laughing if you ever introduced yourself at the beginning , the way Eva pronounces you name. Ciao, I’m Arrperrah 😂

[@MelvisVelour]

I had a "Sicilian" (or so the cook making it said) Zeppole di San Giuseppe which had Fior di Sicilia in the custard and topped with chopped Citron and other candied citrus as well as pistachios. It was delicious!

[@aris1956]

Of course, in the various regions of Italy, as well as with cooking dishes, you can find some very interesting variations.

[@paulodacosta944]

La zeppole di san Giuseppe è solo napoletana, no è siciliana

[@margaretwhiting3073]

I love listening to you describing while you cook. Because of this wonderful channel I am always trying to make the easier of your recipes! I now enjoy cooking & eating healthier! Thank you and someday I’m going to visit (retire & live?) Italy.

[@futuredirected]

My Zio Patrizio’s onomastico is twelve days after his compleanno, so we didn’t have zeppole for him, although I made 97 ravioli for his 97th birthday (45 mushroom/spinach/mascarpone and 52 ricotta/pecorino/parsley). I’ve made both baked and fried zeppole di San Giuseppe, and I slightly prefer the baked. They’re lighter and hold more custard. The Amarena Fabbri cherries are absolutely necessary. If they don’t have them at the store, have them shipped. So delicious (and worth the price)!

[@stephaniepresley8298]

Ya'll are so fun!!! A breath of fresh air.

[@stevenloy5514]

As always, I love all of the amazing recipe that Ava makes! I’ve tried many of them, and they are truly amazing! However, I have a question…..How does she know how to make so many unique and unusual things? Where did she learn how to make all of her wonderful recipes? Many other influencers on KZbin make the most well known things, but Ava knows how to make so many unusual things, like today’s Zeppole, she’s really special!

[@antofab]

Zeppole are not unusual, they are very common in southern Italy and you can also find them in other parts of Italy on saint Joseph's day..😊 Italian cuisine is very regional with many different recipes and evidently Eva is passionate about it👍

[@stevenloy5514]

Yes I understand that, but Ava seems to know how to cook so many things from all regions of Italy, I find her amazing

[@flowerpink724]

Happy St Patrick's and St Joseph's day xx

[@wernerdanler2742]

Eva is a trip! Harper, you don't know how lucky you are to have her in your life. 😊 To open a new jar, tap the edge of the cap on the counter while turning the jar all around. This breaks the seal, and then it will open easily. Most chefs will temper eggs with only a little of the hot liquid while mixing. Then add the rest. This avoids ending up with scrambled, lumpy eggs. Happy Saint Paddy's and Giuseppi Day! Ciao

[@serena1261]

I'm SO happy you did a video on Zeppole! I love watching Eva's techniques!! The authentic Italian ways. 💚❤️☘️

[@AllDogsAllDay]

I'm very excited to know how to make one of my favorite childhood treats. Thank you!

[@MichaelandJustin]

My absolute favorite treat. I LOVE these. Thank you so much for this video. It was fascinating to see how these are made. 😀😀👍

[@teedeerolo]

I just love watching the interaction between you two. and learning about some great food! Happy St Patrick's day!!

[@skipalidon]

I LOVE Eva’s costume! NOT what I expected, however! Erin go bragh!

[@mungode]

Cutest episode ever! I had a good belly laugh when I saw Ava in the red beard. My wife heard the words Irish Custard and now I have to make this for her. I love you guys!

[@avivat3010]

Eva, you are amazing! You have an encyclopedia of recipes. Harper, you are a very lucky man!!

[@GiovannisKitchen]

She said "dissolve" instead of melt.... whoa!!! So happy.😊🤗 Happy St Paddy's Day everyone!!!

[@picpic20021]

Non posso dirti quanto non vedo l'ora che arrivi domenica per guardare il tuo spettacolo lol anche con l'odore del ragù e del coniglio in casa mia, non vedo l'ora di sapere cosa cucinerete voi ragazzi!

[@LiefLayer]

You can also freeze egg whites. And a super easy recipe is pan di spagna (sponge cake) with only egg whites (60g of egg whites instead of 1 whole egg).

[@jayceperlmutter4317]

Oh yes! And, meringue cookies!

[@carmelaburrone5029]

Happy St.Patricks ☘️ & St. Josephs Day! Love you both as well as your channel. Eva is the best authentic Italian cook on UTUBE! Sending love❤ and 🙌 from Connecticut.

[@user-de1ji9ke5g]

I love you guys! I watched this and I was not expecting Ava to be such a good sport at the end. This is one of the best cooking shows on KZbin ❤️

[@robertaborsellino3456]

Buona Domenica ragazzi! You could have made pistacchio pudding for the St Patrick zeppole😉💚☘🍀

[@suzannevega2289]

Love it!!!

[@donnapadula1658]

Love the video! Thank you!

[@denisemorton56]

Happy St. Patrick day Eva and Harper. That looked fun.

[@soriero1338]

Oh my goodness Ava you are awesome you are so talented

[@sjesposito3614]

So good! Today I am making sfingi di San Giuseppe.

[@debbybrady1246]

Oh these look great. Gonna try it.

[@elijah2363]

I’m making this today seems really delicoussss

[@adrianjensen752]

Eva you’re awesome thank you for sharing health

[@lisadeluca5714]

tell Eva that the Saint Patrick was Italian. Look it up! I can’t wait to make these. They are similar to Sicilian spingi…maybe Eva you can make those next?

[@lorrainelonardo975]

You guys are soo cute and always spread such joy and humor!!! Most of all ,Ava is a masterful creative ,cook that exudes excellence and perfection!!

[@michaelmcdermott209]

Happy St. Paddy's Day. I like the skin on pudding and pastry cream also 😁😋

[@jayceperlmutter4317]

Oh my goodness - those look insanely yummy! Steak and ale pie for us today! Thank you, Eva! Erin go bragh!

[@lmunich]

My Nonna loved to celebrate San Giuseppe with lagane e ceci. I’ve never made the lagane from scratch, but I often prepare the ceci with some short pasta-preferably calamarate o mezzi rigatoni. Buonissimi! 😋

[@marinaridley4186]

Best video on KZbin! “Help me San Patricio! Hahahaha aye Eva. Little know fact St Patrick had Italian roots ;) Harper, that “I Love You!” at the end, ❤that for Eva so much

[@jelsner5077]

They both look delicious! Happy St. Patrick/Joseph Day! ☘️💚☘️

[@steveimhoff5646]

Look delicious.

[@owudynasty]

Mouth wateringly nice. Excellent My Friends. Bless Up

[@chefcook6076]

VERY SMART AND INCLUSIVE OF THE HOLIDAY TO DRESS ST.PATTY AND ALSO THE BAILEYS CREAM WONDERFUL , AND WHERE'S THE CANNOLI CREAM ONES ?

[@rosannarm]

Don't forget the sfinge with Cannoli cream.. My fave!

[@mayangirl2012]

In Mexico, That is churro dough!..nice video

[@chrisstef8004]

Love you both for this video...lots of giggles 😂 Thanks Ava for dressing up..🍀🍀

[@cindyfaust7344]

Ava… is there anything you can’t do?? These look so amazing but a lot of effort … LOVE the costumes😂😂😂

[@paulagratefulnoend9683]

Bravissimo Ava and Harper!!!! Now you have me headed to the grocery. These ought to be gobbled up by the baseball team today! Such a cute video today! Thank you!!!

[@tomst9417]

The Zeppole look delicious, I'll try to make some soon. I grew up in New Orleans and there were many immigrants from both Italy (especially Sicily) and Ireland who settled there in the 19th century. There are celebrations honoring St.Patrick and St.Joseph and of course lots of good food and drink. There still are many elaborate St.Joseph's Day altars which include a wide variety of delicious Italian pastries .

[@natalialopes719]

Oohh!! This looks delicious!! I make a Portuguese fried dough out of pate Chou called sonhos. This one is beautiful. Will try it. Love the custard.

[@nancywest1926]

I'd love to have little figurines of the two of you to put in my garden 😂

[@alee9961]

Just found your channel...LOVE IT!!! 😂🙆🏻‍♀️

[@tamellison2334]

QUEEN EVA DID IT AGAIN‼️‼️‼️‼️😊😊

[@margariteolmos3457]

Tasty fun!

[@raybarto686]

I loved that you used Irish Jig music.

[@valerievantonder5015]

Oh you two are such fun. Shalom.

[@MrThndrkiss75]

Cruller with lemon custard. Sounds good.

[@tony_25or6to4]

Very close

[@joevolpe512]

My grandfather always made sure he wore red on St Patrick’s Day and St Joseph’s Day. 😉

[@michelleharkness7549]

For the record- nice 😊 job Harper & Eva ; again: 😊 nice

[@stephenmiller4948]

Vi amo ragazzi!! ❤😊

[@user-wu2xv3xi3e]

The dough is the same when you make eclairs and cream puffs! I haven’t fried them before and will give it a go! Happy Zeppole Day!

[@deeharrison3036]

Here in Little Rhody we cut them in half and fill with the custard! I have never had one with those cherries.I am going to go get some! Yum!!!

[@th6252]

Lol, I never knew these were considered zeppoles! Born and raised in North Jersey, grew up with and been around Italians all my life and have been eating these “St. Joseph’s”(Americanized I know, for shame!) for years and had no idea. Learn something new all the time, thanks!

[@Maggies87]

I liked learning the custard technique of whisking egg yolks, sugar and corn starch together. The costumes were funny!

[@michelleharkness7549]

Southcentral Texas: USA 🇺🇸: for the record- pastry 🥐 from Italy 🇮🇹 Recipe ( incredible) again: incredible: btw: thank you 😊 & Happy Birthday ⬆️ upcoming feast of Saint Joseph ( Roman Catholic) !!!

[@jl8628]

I always had these with ricotta filling

[@sooz9433]

Oh my goodness..I adore you Eva, you are such a great sport! ☺️ Those treats look so amazing my mouth is watering 🤤 ☘️Happy☘️St.☘️Patrick's☘️Day☘️!!

[@deanreedy4991]

Ate them in Sicily had different toppings and Easter was a big party there too

[@momuv6980]

Eva is such a good sport! She's beautiful, too! Choux pastry is such fun to work with and very versatile - my daughter and I made our first cream puffs a month or so ago. This recipe looks yummy and fairly easy to make. Will have to give it a try. Love you guys!❤ Happy St. Patrick's Day!☘️

[@alexrafe2590]

Great job once again Eva! Both versions look delicious, but I suspect I'd prefer the St Joseph's variation with the Amarena cherries. I've only ever had them in gelato but I'm sure they go beautifully with the custard. BTW when I moved to Ireland I was told a number of times that NO ONE in Ireland uses the expression 'top of the mornin.' Happy St Patrick's Day!

[@marcb564]

Mr.Ava…..St.Paddy’s day. Luv it. Looks delish. Yummy.😊

[@joedolceland]

My recipe differs from what I do for my clients, except for my zeppole vegan. Love your video 🧡

[@ccantrell4053]

I LOVE zeppole!!! And I know how to make this dough pate choux, really simple. I will be trying this recipe! with ciliegie and this crema it sounds delicious (I like the word ciliegie)

[@DariaAmato-wz2xg]

Happy St Pat's day and blessed St Joe's day.

[@lindasteller]

Oh my, do those look good!

[@cindyz3342]

The beard is definitely a statement ❤️🍀

[@billweare2146]

Eva looks like a member of “Led Zeppole” ! Whole lotta love for the St. Patty’s hijinks!

[@catherinedavidson7145]

A happy St Brigid's day. Patron saint of cats and the other patron saint of Ireland. Also patron saint of brewers!

[@464nescio6]

Parisbrest Italian style.. COOL.. tyvm

[@Antoncesco_Sghiropolli-666]

Actually paribrest is the french version of zeppole di san Giuseppe.

[@jt.s.7418]

You two were so funny today😂.❤❤

[@mrasnick3314]

Happy San Patricios Day! PS Ava is an incredibly good sport. That beard!!!

[@Donna1031]

Buon giorno di San Patrizio☘😀

[@georginawoodford228]

Yum!

[@mb0314]

Ok, I have to try this. My dad was Sicilian, name was Joseph, always celebrated at our old neighborhood. I never tried making them, but not so intimidating. Thank you Eva. March 20, San Giuseppe, ( St. Joseph celebration)🥰 you both look so cute, with your Irish costumes. Happy ☘️ St.Patricks Day!

[@stephen6307]

Saint Joseph day is March19

[@user-fo5hs8hb9i]

Here we go again with the “name depends on where you are” thing; I’m from the New York area, my grandparents were from Napoli, these things are called “Sfingi di San Giuseppe “. The recipe I use is from “il Talismano Della Felicitá” by Ada Boni. That recipe bakes them. A zeppole, at least around here, is a sweet yeast dough fried in huge vats of oil and tossed in sugar at San Gennaro, in September. Don’t even get me started on sfogliatelle….Anyway, thanks for the video, and for introducing Harper to Amarena cherries. They even have them at Costco these days.

[@beth4463]

Eva's beard was great!!!

[@jvee2901]

Being a NY'ER, and italian decent. These are a staple of life.

[@angiealexis3093]

Eva, thanks for another wonderful video! By the way Carolan's Irish Cream is the original Irish Cream, it's imported from Ireland not made in the USA! 🙂🍀