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Nana's Fastnachts

Cost $15, save $30

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  • 245 Min
  • 60 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Dough

    • 💧 ¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
    • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
    • 🥛 2 cups milk
    • 3 cups all-purpose flour
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon white sugar
    • 🥚 3 eggs, beaten
    • 🧂 1 cup white sugar
    • 🧈 ¼ cup melted margarine or butter
    • 🧂 1 ½ teaspoons salt
    • 4 cups all-purpose flour

  • Frying

    • 🍶 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

  • Finishing

    • 🧂 Confectioners' sugar for dusting (Optional)

STEPS

1

Combine warm water and yeast in a small bowl; let stand for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, warm milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles; remove from the heat and let cool until lukewarm.

2

Combine 3 cups of flour and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a large bowl; stir in lukewarm milk until smooth. Add yeast mixture and mix well; cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

3

Stir in beaten eggs, 1 cup of sugar, melted butter, and salt; mix in enough of the remaining flour to make a stiff dough. Cover and let rise for a second time until doubled, about 1 hour.

4

Punch down dough and divide into 2 equal portions. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut dough with a biscuit cutter. Make 2 slits with a sharp knife in the middle of each doughnut. Cover and let rise a third time until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

5

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

6

Fry doughnuts in hot oil in batches until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels or brown paper bags. Toss in confectioners sugar while still warm.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

107

Calories

  • 2g
    Protein
  • 15g
    Carbs
  • 4g
    Fats

💡 Tips

For a lighter texture, ensure your yeast is fresh and your dough is allowed to rise properly.Use a thermometer to maintain the frying oil temperature for consistent results.Dust with confectioners' sugar while warm for better adherence.Fastnachts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1–2 days.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.