Tasty Mashed Potato Doughnuts |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 30 |
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For a twist on the normal doughnut, try this recipe. Your family will love them.Florence Ladwig, Monroe, Wisconsin Ingredients:
2 cups sugar, divided |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/4 cup butter, softened |
1 cup cold mashed potatoes |
2 eggs, beaten |
2/3 cup milk |
4-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 tablespoon baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
shortening or oil for deep-fat frying |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, combine 1 cup sugar, salt, nutmeg, vanilla and butter. Add potatoes; mix well. Add eggs and milk; mix well. Stir in the flour and baking powder. Chill thoroughly. On a lightly floured surface, roll out half the dough to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut into 4-in. x 1-1/2-in. strips; roll in flour and tie into knots. Preheat shortening or oil to 375°; fry doughnuts until golden on both sides, turning with a slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels. Repeat until all doughnuts are fried. Combine remaining sugar and cinnamon; roll warm doughnuts in mixture. Serve immediately. Yield: about 2-1/2 dozen.
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