Drop Dougnuts

by olga

Servings:

INGREDIENTS

DROP DOUGHNUTS:

1/2 cup mashed potatoes (mashed with milk and butter)
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cooking oil for deep-fat frying
Additional sugar or confectioners’ sugar, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

In a bowl, combine potatoes, sugar, egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; stir into potato mixture. Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep fat fryer to 375 F. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, 5 to 6 at a time, into hot oil. Fry for 1 minute per side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Roll in sugar if desired. Serve immediately. Yield: 3 to 3 ½ dozen.

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CHEF COMMENTS

A great way to use leftover mashed potatoes. These doughnuts are light and fluffy. The doughnuts are great for breakfast or as a snack anytime.

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