fried dough pastry

Yum! 🍩✨ A fried dough pastry is that irresistible golden, crispy-yet-soft treat found at fairs and bakeries worldwide — from funnel cakes to beignets, churros, or simple fried dough bites dusted with sugar.

Here’s a simple, classic version of homemade fried dough pastry you can make anytime 👇

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🍩 Homemade Fried Dough Pastry

Ingredients (makes 8–10 pieces)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup warm milk (more if needed)

• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

• Toppings: powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or honey

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Instructions

1. Make the dough:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

   • Cut in the butter using your fingers or a fork until crumbly.

   • Gradually add warm milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.

   • Knead gently for 1–2 minutes until smooth.

2. Rest:

   • Cover and let rest for 15–20 minutes (helps the dough relax and fry evenly).

3. Shape:

   • Divide dough into small balls (golf ball size).

   • Roll each into a flat round about ¼ inch thick.

4. Fry:

   • Heat about 2 inches of oil in a heavy pan to 350°F (175°C).

   • Fry each piece 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed.

   • Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels.

5. Top & serve:

   • While warm, dust with powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or drizzle with honey or chocolate sauce.

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💡 Flavor Variations

• Cinnamon sugar twist: Mix ½ cup sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon and toss warm pastries in it.

• Beignet style: Cut dough into squares and dust heavily with powdered sugar.

• Churro-style: Pipe dough into strips, fry, and roll in cinnamon sugar.

• Savory version: Skip sugar in the dough and top with garlic butter or cheese.

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Would you like me to give you a specific version (like beignets, churros, or Italian fried dough zeppole)? Each has a slightly different texture and flavor.