Looking for the perfect treat to pair with your morning coffee? Look no further than these irresistible Fried Dough Knots, coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust. This recipe is easy, delicious, and guaranteed to sweeten your day. Ready to start this culinary journey? Let’s get baking!
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup warm milk
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 3 tbsp salted butter or margarine, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (or 1/3 cup granulated sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
How to make Fried Dough Knots:
- Dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for two minutes until foamy.
- Add the butter, sweetened condensed milk (or sugar), and eggs.
- Mix the ingredients, then gradually add the flour until a firm dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly oiled surface.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and no longer sticks to your hands.
- Cover and let the dough rest for 40 minutes.
- Shape the dough into knots and place them on a floured baking sheet.
- Fry the knots in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Immediately toss them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture and drain on paper towels.
- Enjoy!
Pro Tip:
A valuable tip is to keep the oil at a moderate temperature. This ensures the knots fry evenly, maintaining a perfect crispy exterior and a soft, airy center.
Prep Time:
The entire process, from preparing the dough to frying, takes approximately 1 hour.
Yield:
This recipe makes about 46 units, providing plenty of delicious treats for the whole family.
Culinary Insight:
Did you know that oil temperature is the secret to success for this recipe? Frying at a temperature that is too high results in burnt outsides, while heat that is too low can leave them greasy. Finding the right balance is the key to achieving that signature crunch and fluffy texture inside.
Don’t forget to share these delicious knots with your friends and family. Until next time!