Description
This Fried Dough recipe features soft, golden-brown balls of dough fried to perfection and dusted with optional powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. It’s a delightful, warm treat that’s easy to make and perfect for a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Cinnamon sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, mix together the milk and vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Form Dough: Gradually pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a sticky dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add milk a tablespoon at a time until it comes together.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about one minute to ensure even consistency.
- Divide and Shape: Divide the dough into smaller portions about the size of a golf ball and roll each portion into a smooth ball.
- Heat Oil: In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or skillet, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy or instant-read thermometer to monitor the temperature closely.
- Fry Dough Balls: Carefully drop a few dough balls into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry each side for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove fried dough with a slotted spoon or tongs and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil.
- Repeat Frying: Continue frying remaining dough balls until all are cooked, maintaining oil temperature between batches.
- Serve: Allow the fried dough to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- The dough should be sticky but workable; add flour or milk as needed.
- Flour your hands and working surface lightly to prevent sticking during shaping.
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain the correct oil temperature of 350°F for even frying and to avoid greasy dough.
- Do not fry dough balls too long, 2-3 minutes per side is sufficient for a golden crisp exterior and soft interior.
- Fried dough is best enjoyed shortly after cooking while warm and fresh.
- Calorie counts do not include oil absorbed during frying or sugar dusting toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
