Puffy Fried Bread
Puffy Fried Bread offers a delightful, crispy exterior with a light, airy interior. These golden diamond-shaped treats are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, especially when served with butter or honey. Their simple ingredients and quick frying process make them an irresistible comfort food for all ages.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Sift the flour, measure, and sift again with salt, baking powder, and sugar.
- Cut in the shortening, then add milk to make a soft dough just firm enough to roll.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough stand for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Roll the dough ¼ inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut into diamond-shaped pieces.
- Heat about 1 inch of salad oil in a frying pan to 370°-380°F.
- Add a few pieces at a time; turn immediately to puff evenly.
- Turn back to brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with butter or honey.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
610
kcal
30% 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).