This ultimate comfort food recipe takes me on a trip down memory lane. Reminiscing about good times with my family at the carnivals and county fairs feels good. I always looked forward to this fried dough with its crunchy exterior and addictive airiness is oh-so-good! But now I can bring the fair’s deliciousness to my house with my new yummy fried dough recipe. Nothing beats this melt-in-your-mouth decadence. You just have to try it to believe it!
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Fried Dough
Make the Dough
Dry Ingredients – Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. (Photos 1-2) Wet Ingredients – Add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix and then transfer to a board and knead with hands for 5 minutes. (Photos 3-4) Rest – Divide into 10 pieces and let them rest for 10 minutes. (Photos 5-6) Flatten – Roll out each piece to about ½ inch thick after resting. (Photos 7-8)
Fry the Dough
Preheat – Heat 1 inch of oil in a deep pan to 375°F/190℃ over medium heat. Fry – Carefully lower the rolled dough into the pan, and fry the dough in batches without overcrowding the pan. (Photos 9-10) Flip – Let it cook for about a minute, then flip it over and cook the other side for another minute. Sprinkle – Top with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar, and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
Making the country fair fried dough in advance is easy, especially if you plan to serve a crowd. Make the dough as instructed and tightly wrap it with a cling wrap or store it in an airtight container. You can then refrigerate it for up to 48 hours. Shape and fry when ready to serve.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Store leftover fried dough in an airtight container for two days at room temperature or a week in the fridge. You can also freeze it for 3 months. To reheat, you can use a preheated oven or crisp it up again in a skillet for a few minutes. Serve it as an appetizer or entrée before a cozy main dish or a snack.
What to Serve With Fried Dough
To complete the country fair experience, enjoy these goodies with the refreshing beverages below.
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Conclusion
A drool-worthy fried dough recipe for melt-in-your-mouth goodness is hard to beat. And it’s the perfect base for different decadent toppings. My favorite is caramel sauce. What’s yours? Let me know in the comments!
Watch How to Make It
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