Deep Fried Cinnamon Puffs

Prep: 30 min Cuisine: American

Crispy deep-fried cinnamon puffs with a soft, fluffy interior, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert that appeals to both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 package instant dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 2 eggs
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  2. In a saucepan, heat milk, water, and butter until warm (120-130°F). The butter does not need to melt.
  3. Add the warm milk mixture to the flour mixture, then add eggs and beat at low speed until moistened.
  4. Beat for 3 minutes at medium speed.
  5. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm oven (turn oven on lowest setting for one minute, then turn off) for 20 minutes.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough and form into small balls.
  7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F.
  8. Fry the dough balls until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  10. Serve warm, optionally dusted with additional cinnamon sugar.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

926 kcal 46% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.5g 27% DV
Total Fat 61.5g 79% DV
Carbs 81g 29% DV
Fiber 3.8g 14% DV
Sugar 18.4g 37% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10764mg 100% DV
Potassium 839.5mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 142.3mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.1mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 240.3mg 18% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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