Ingredients:
– 120 ml warm milk ![]()
– 10 g brewer’s yeast ![]()
– 40 g sugar ![]()
– 40 g melted butter (you can replace it with oil) ![]()
– Pinch of salt ![]()
– 8 g vanilla flavoring ![]()
– 1 egg at room temperature ![]()
– 280 g all-purpose flour ![]()
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk. Stir well and let it sit for 10 minutes. ![]()
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter, salt, vanilla, and egg. ![]()
3. Gradually add the flour and mix well with a wooden spoon or your hands. You should get a smooth and sticky dough. ![]()
4. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and place it in a warm place. Let the dough rise for about an hour or until doubled in size. ![]()
5. When the dough is ready, punch it down and knead it lightly on a floured surface. ![]()
6. Shape the dough into small balls, about the size of a walnut. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them. ![]()
7. Cover the balls with a damp cloth and let them rest for another 30 minutes. ![]()
8. Heat oil in a large pot or deep-fryer over medium-high heat. Carefully drop the balls in batches and fry them until golden and puffy, turning them occasionally. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels. ![]()
9. Serve your fluffy fried balls as you prefer. You can dust them with powdered sugar, drizzle them with honey, or dip them in chocolate sauce. Enjoy! ![]()