New Year's Raisin Fritters |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Folks who like raisins will love these fritters, which have been a traditional New Year's treat in our family for at least five generations. Dipping warm fritters in sugar makes them extra special. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon active dry yeast |
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°) |
2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided |
2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°) |
1/4 cup butter, melted |
1-1/2 teaspoons salt |
2 eggs |
4 to 4-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 package (15 ounces) raisins |
oil for deep-fat frying |
additional sugar |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 2 teaspoons sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, butter, salt, eggs, remaining sugar and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a thick batter. Stir in raisins. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
2. Stir down batter; cover and let rise again until doubled. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°.
3. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Roll in additional sugar while warm. Yield: 6 dozen.
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