FOR THE DOUGHNUTS

Step 2

Dissolve the yeast in the milk. Whisk the egg yolks with the powdered sugar, the grated rind of 1 lemon and ½ teaspoon of salt. Mix the flour with the milk in which you have dissolved the yeast, add the egg yolk mixture and continue to work the dough for 4-5 minutes; add the soft butter in pieces and knead until you obtain a smooth and soft consistency.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a large container, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Then fold the edges of the dough inwards, cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.

Step 4

Finally divide it into 6 equal parts, first form some balls, flatten them a little and place them on a floured baking tray, well spaced apart from each other. Flour them lightly and cover the tray with cling film, leaving it soft. Let it rise for another 50 minutes.

Step 5

Heat plenty of oil to about 165°C and fry the bomboloni, a few at a time, for 4-5 minutes, turning them, until they are evenly golden. Drain them on kitchen paper and let them cool. Cut them in half and fill them with the apricot ice cream and the remaining apricots, cut into pieces.