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| Holiday Honey Doughnuts
1 package of yeast
2 tablespoons of water
2 tablespoons of honey
2 cups of flour
1/2 teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons of butter
1 egg
1/4 cup of milk
Vegetable oil
Honey Nut Filing |
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Dissolve yeast in warm water; stir in honey. Combine flour and salt; blend butter. Add yeast mixture, egg and milk to form a soft dough. Beat well and knead 5 minutes on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place about 1 hour or until doubled in bulk. Deep-fry in 350ºF. oil 2 to 3 minutes or until browned on both sides; turn dough over halfway through cooking time. Drain on paper towels. Slit one side of doughnut and fill each with 2 to 3 teaspoons Honey Nut Filling. Honey Nut Filing: Combine 1/4 cup each chopped dried apricots, apples and walnuts; stir in 2 tablespoons honey and mix well. Makes 3/4 cup. Serving tip: Serve with honey to drizzle on filled doughnuts. Servings: 12 |
