Hanukkah Fried Cruller Recipe: A Delicious Tradition

INGREDIENTS

1‑1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons powdered sugar 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 whole egg 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon vanilla Vegetable oil for frying Powdered sugar and ground cinnamon Supplies Deep-frying thermometer

PREPARATION:

1. Combine flour, 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, granulated sugar and salt in small bowl. Stir in whole egg, egg whites and vanilla with fork until mixture is crumbly.
2. Form dough into ball; knead on lightly floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes. Cover loosely; let stand about 30 minutes.
3. Heat 2 inches oil to 375°F in large heavy saucepan. Roll dough on floured surface to 12-inch square, about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 12 (1-inch) strips; cut strips in half to form 24 (6X1-inch) strips. Tie each strip into a knot.
4. Fry knots in oil, a few at a time, 3 to 4 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and cinnamon. Serve warm.

This recipe appears in: Jewish