Ingredients
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¼ cup water
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2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
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8 cups all-purpose flour
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8 large eggs
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¾ cup butter, melted
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½ cup white sugar
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2 tablespoons white sugar
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2 lemons, zested
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6 cups vegetable oil for frying
Directions
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Mix together water and yeast in a small bowl. Let stand until foamy, about 15 minutes.
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Combine flour, eggs, butter, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, and lemon zest in a large bowl. Pour in yeast mixture. Knead by hand until dough comes together. Cover the bowl with a dish towel and let dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 2 hours.
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Roll out dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured work surface. Cut out diamond-shaped doughnuts using a small pastry wheel cutter. Brush off excess flour.
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Heat oil in a deep saucepan or wok over medium-high heat. Cook doughnuts in batches in hot oil until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined platter.
Tips
To test if the oil is hot enough, dip in 1 piece of dough and observe the change of color. The color should change very quickly.
Editor's Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 297 | Calories |
| 13g | Fat |
| 37g | Carbs |
| 7g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 24 | |
| Calories 297 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 13g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium 65mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 7g | 13% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 18mg | 1% |
| Iron 2mg | 13% |
| Potassium 81mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
