💗Dona Ana’s Fried Dough!
Aww, classic and comforting 💗
Here’s the full, detailed recipe for Dona Ana’s Fried Dough — crispy outside, soft and fluffy inside, just like the traditional homemade treat 😍
Dona Ana’s Fried Dough (Full Detail Recipe)
Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Rest: 30 minutes
- Frying: 10 minutes
- Total: ~50 minutes
Yield
- 10–12 pieces
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk or water
- 2 tbsp oil or melted butter
- Oil for deep frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
Activate the Yeast
- In a bowl, mix warm milk (or water), sugar, and yeast.
- Rest 5–7 minutes until foamy.
Make the Dough
- Add flour, salt, and oil to the yeast mixture.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Dough should be soft, not sticky.
First Rest
- Lightly grease the bowl.
- Place dough inside, cover.
- Let rest in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled.
Shape the Dough
- Punch down gently.
- Divide dough into small balls.
- Roll or stretch each into a thin disc (not too thin).
- Make a small slit or hole in the center (helps even frying).
Fry the Dough
- Heat oil on medium heat (not too hot).
- Fry dough pieces 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
- Flip once only.
- Remove and drain on paper towel.
Serving Options
- Dust with powdered sugar
- Drizzle honey or chocolate syrup
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar
- Serve plain with tea or coffee
Pro Tips (Very Important!)
- Oil temperature should be medium, not high
- If oil is too hot → outside browns, inside stays raw
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Softer dough = fluffier fried dough
Variations
- Add ½ tsp vanilla to dough
- Add orange zest for aroma
- Stuff with cream, Nutella, or jam after frying
Why This Recipe Is Loved
Soft & airy inside
Golden & crisp outside
Budget-friendly
Old-fashioned taste