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Malasadas Recipe

Delicious Portuguese doughnuts, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Portuguese
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 liter vegetable oil for frying
  • ½ cup sugar for coating

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. 2. Add sugar, beaten eggs, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  3. 3. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. 4. Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. 5. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  6. 6. Roll the dough into small balls and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  7. 7. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Roll in sugar while still warm.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Doughnuts, Malasadas
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