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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A great way to use leftover mashed potatoes. These doughnuts are light and fluffy. The doughnuts are great for breakfast or as a snack anytime. Ingredients:
1/2 cup mashed potatoes (mashed with milk and butter) |
1/4 cup sugar |
1 egg, beaten |
1/2 cup sour cream |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1/4 teaspoon baking powder |
cooking oil, for deep-fat frying |
additional sugar (optional) or confectioners' sugar (optional) |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, combine potatoes, sugar, egg, sour cream and vanilla.
2. Combine dry ingredients; stir into potato mixture.
3. Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep fat fryer to 375°F
4. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, 5 to 6 at a time, into hot oil.
5. Fry for 1 minute per side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
6. Roll in sugar if desired. Serve immediately. Yield: 3 to 3 1/2 dozen.
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