Heat fat ( enough to make 1 1/2 inches deep in frying kettle) to 370ºF. on frying thermometer. Let fat heat slowly. Sift flour, soda, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt together. Beat in chocolate. Beat egg and granulated sugar together in mixing bowl until light and thick. Beat in cream, then chocolate mixture. Drop this dough by teaspoonfuls onto hot fat. Turn nuggets as they fry, until browned and done. Let drain on thick paper towels until cool, or sprinkle while warm with confectioners sugar. Makes about 2 dozen chocolate doughnuts Chocolate Doughnuts #2 Chocolate Doughnuts #3  |
