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Fried Dough Balls

Crispy golden dough balls, perfect for a quick snack or breakfast. Made with simple pantry ingredients and fried until puffed and delicious.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
5g
Fried Dough Balls
comfort foodamericanvegetarianvegannonecrispysoftcasual

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually stir in the 3/4 cup water until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Heat the 2 cups oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a tiny piece of dough sizzles immediately when dropped in, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Using wet hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Carefully drop a few into the hot oil, not crowding the pan, and fry until golden brown and puffed, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.

  4. 4

    Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, plain or with honey or jam if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large bowl
  • deep skillet
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels

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