Portuguese Malasadas

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a distinct flavor while being dairy-free.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia provides sweetness with fewer calories.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds ingredients.

Combine yeast, 1 tablespoon of flour, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and warm water in a bowl and let sit until frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 8 cups of flour, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Add the yeast mixture, 6 eggs, 1 1/4 cups of melted butter, and 2 cups of milk to the dry ingredients.

Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1-inch thickness on a floured surface.

Cut the dough into rounds using a biscuit cutter or glass.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the dough rounds in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

While still warm, roll the malasadas in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon or dust with powdered sugar.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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