Elephant Ears
Elephant Ears are crispy, golden pastries with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating, perfect for breakfast or a treat. Their flaky texture and delightful flavor make them a hit with kids and adults alike. Easy to make at home, they bring a touch of fairground nostalgia to any occasion.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water.
- Add salt, sugar, water, shortening, and egg to the yeast mixture and mix well.
- Stir in flour gradually, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough is smooth.
- Break off pieces of dough the size of an egg.
- Roll out each piece to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
- Deep-fry the rolled dough in shortening until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from oil and dust with sugar and cinnamon before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
484
kcal
24% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % 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).