Loukoumades - Greek Donuts & Why they sometimes Fail | Christine Cushing

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

Combine dry ingredients: flour, instant yeast, and sugar in a bowl using a whisk.

Add buttermilk and warm water to the dry ingredients, starting with a lower amount of liquid and adding more as needed.

Incorporate vanilla and 1 egg into the mixture, noting that the egg adds structure but can be omitted for a lighter texture.

Add salt at the end to avoid contact with the yeast and mix until a stretchy dough forms.

Let the dough sit for about 1 to 1.5 hours until it doubles in size.

Prepare diced apples by lightly caramelizing them and setting aside to cool.

Heat oil to 340°F (170°C) for frying the dough.

Using hands, scoop the dough into the hot oil, ensuring the temperature is correct to avoid greasy or burnt donuts.

Fry until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes, and drain on paper towels after frying.

Drizzle with Greek honey and top with cooled caramelized apples and heaps of cinnamon.

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