Pumpkin Pangoccioli
Get ready to indulge in these delightful pumpkin pangoccioli, where the vibrant orange pumpkin takes center stage! This egg-free treat not only enhances the dough's texture but also infuses it with a warm, inviting hue. Mixed with rich chocolate chips and a sprinkle of warm spices, these little bites are sure to become your new favorite fall snack!
Prep
45
min
Cook
25
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 240g latte di soia (8.47 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 500g farina (4 cup)
- 50g zucchero (0.25 cup)
- 15g lievito (0.53 oz)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 5g sale (0.18 oz)
📦Other(2)
- 50g di margarina (1.76 oz)
- 150g di purea soda (5.29 oz)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
652
Protein
16g
Carbs
114g
Fat
13g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cook the pumpkin and extract the pulp; it should be firm. Let it cool well.
- 2
Blend together with the other ingredients except for the yeast; if you are not using very good flour, or do not want to complicate your life, leave the margarine aside.
- 3
Start kneading and let it rest for at least 30 minutes, preferably in the refrigerator.
- 4
Take the dough back, crumble the yeast and knead well; once you have the structure, add the margarine piece by piece in 3-4 times (better at room temperature).
- 5
Let it rise almost until doubled, divide into balls and let rise a second time.
- 6
Brush them with milk and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes.
- 7
While still warm, brush them with water and sugar (about 1:2).
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Reduce pumpkin puree to 120-130g (from 150g) by cooking it down to 65-70% moisture content instead of the typical 85-90%, because excess water delays gluten development and extends bulk fermentation by 20-30 minutes, destabilizing the dough structure.ingredient65-70% moisture content
- ✓Add margarine at 22-24°C (room temperature) in 4 pieces over 8-10 minutes of kneading because cold fat (below 18°C) won't incorporate evenly and creates dense pockets, while temperatures above 28°C cause it to smear and prevent proper lamination of gluten sheets.technique22-24°C, 4 pieces, 8-10 minutes
- ✓Refrigerate dough for 16-18 hours after initial kneading (before adding yeast) to allow enzymatic breakdown of pentosans and improve extensibility by 35-40%, which compensates for the heavy pumpkin and reduces over-proofing risk during bulk fermentation.timing16-18 hours refrigeration
- ✓Perform a poke test at 75% of doubled size (roughly 45-50 minutes at 24°C) rather than waiting for full doubling, because pumpkin-enriched doughs ferment 15-20% faster due to residual sugars, and over-proofing causes collapse during oven spring.timing75% of doubled size, 45-50 minutes
- ✓Brush with water-to-sugar solution at 1:2 ratio (40g water to 80g sugar) while gnocchi are above 60°C to allow osmotic hydration of the crust, creating a glossy caramelized shell; apply cooler than 50°C and the sugar won't dissolve into the dough surface.technique1:2 ratio, above 60°C
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Prep
45
min
Cook
25
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
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Pumpkin Pangoccioli
Get ready to indulge in these delightful pumpkin pangoccioli, where the vibrant orange pumpkin takes center stage! This egg-free treat not only enhances the dough's texture but also infuses it with a warm, inviting hue. Mixed with rich chocolate chips and a sprinkle of warm spices, these little bites are sure to become your new favorite fall snack!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 240g latte di soia (8.47 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 500g farina (4 cup)
- 50g zucchero (0.25 cup)
- 15g lievito (0.53 oz)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 5g sale (0.18 oz)
📦Other(2)
- 50g di margarina (1.76 oz)
- 150g di purea soda (5.29 oz)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
652
Protein
16g
Carbs
114g
Fat
13g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cook the pumpkin and extract the pulp; it should be firm. Let it cool well.
- 2
Blend together with the other ingredients except for the yeast; if you are not using very good flour, or do not want to complicate your life, leave the margarine aside.
- 3
Start kneading and let it rest for at least 30 minutes, preferably in the refrigerator.
- 4
Take the dough back, crumble the yeast and knead well; once you have the structure, add the margarine piece by piece in 3-4 times (better at room temperature).
- 5
Let it rise almost until doubled, divide into balls and let rise a second time.
- 6
Brush them with milk and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes.
- 7
While still warm, brush them with water and sugar (about 1:2).
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Reduce pumpkin puree to 120-130g (from 150g) by cooking it down to 65-70% moisture content instead of the typical 85-90%, because excess water delays gluten development and extends bulk fermentation by 20-30 minutes, destabilizing the dough structure.ingredient65-70% moisture content
- ✓Add margarine at 22-24°C (room temperature) in 4 pieces over 8-10 minutes of kneading because cold fat (below 18°C) won't incorporate evenly and creates dense pockets, while temperatures above 28°C cause it to smear and prevent proper lamination of gluten sheets.technique22-24°C, 4 pieces, 8-10 minutes
- ✓Refrigerate dough for 16-18 hours after initial kneading (before adding yeast) to allow enzymatic breakdown of pentosans and improve extensibility by 35-40%, which compensates for the heavy pumpkin and reduces over-proofing risk during bulk fermentation.timing16-18 hours refrigeration
- ✓Perform a poke test at 75% of doubled size (roughly 45-50 minutes at 24°C) rather than waiting for full doubling, because pumpkin-enriched doughs ferment 15-20% faster due to residual sugars, and over-proofing causes collapse during oven spring.timing75% of doubled size, 45-50 minutes
- ✓Brush with water-to-sugar solution at 1:2 ratio (40g water to 80g sugar) while gnocchi are above 60°C to allow osmotic hydration of the crust, creating a glossy caramelized shell; apply cooler than 50°C and the sugar won't dissolve into the dough surface.technique1:2 ratio, above 60°C