Artisan Roman Maritozzi

Artisan Roman Maritozzi

240 mins
medium
8 servings

Enjoy these fluffy, delicious Roman-style maritozzi, perfect for a special occasion or a weekend treat. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for a delightful baking experience.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Electric Mixer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 250.00 g00 Flour(For a lighter texture)
  • 250.00 gBread Flour(For structure)
  • 7.00 gActive Dry Yeast(Ensure yeast is active)
  • 90.00 gGranulated Sugar(Adjust to taste)
  • 300.00 mlMilk(Warm milk)
  • 40.00 gUnsalted Butter(Melted)
  • 1.00 mediumLemon Zest(Freshly grated)
  • 1.00 tspVanilla Extract(Pure vanilla)
  • 500.00 mlHeavy Cream(For whipping)
  • 100.00 gPowdered Sugar(For dusting)

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk together flours and yeast.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

In a separate bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic (about 8-10 minutes).

Estimated time: 10 minutes

5

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).

Estimated time: 60 minutes

6

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Roll each piece into a smooth ball, then flatten slightly.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

8

Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Cover and let rise again for another 30 minutes.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

10

Brush the risen maritozzi with milk.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

11

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

12

Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

13

Cut each maritozzo in half diagonally and fill with whipped cream.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

14

Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

Estimated time: 5 minutes