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malasadas-recipe

Malasadas Recipe

Delicious Portuguese doughnuts, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Portuguese
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • Oil for frying
  • Extra sugar for coating

Instructions 

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and evaporated milk together.
  3. Add melted butter, salt, and yeast mixture.
  4. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  5. Cover and let rise until doubled in size.
  6. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot.
  7. Scoop dough with a spoon and drop into hot oil.
  8. Fry until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
  9. Roll in sugar while still warm.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Doughnuts
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