This recipe creates a delightful fried dough pastry, often known as Diples or Pigtails. Despite the confusing title, this is a sweet treat made from a simple dough of flour, eggs, and oil. The dough is rolled thin, cut into strips, and twisted before being deep-fried until golden brown and puffy. Once fried, the warm pastries are dipped in a hot sugar syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon and nuts. The result is a crisp exterior with a tender interior, soaked in sweet flavor. It’s a perfect dessert for holidays, parties, or a cozy weekend baking session. Serve warm for the best experience.
Chicken Bread
Description
This recipe creates a delightful fried dough pastry, often known as Diples or Pigtails. Despite the confusing title, this is a sweet treat made from a simple dough of flour, eggs, and oil. The dough is rolled thin, cut into strips, and twisted before being deep-fried until golden brown and puffy. Once fried, the warm pastries are dipped in a hot sugar syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon and nuts. The result is a crisp exterior with a tender interior, soaked in sweet flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect dessert for holidays, parties, or a cozy weekend baking session. Serve warm for the best experience.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract together until smooth and slightly frothy.
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Gradually add the flour to the egg mixture, stirring or kneading lightly until a soft dough forms.
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Pour in the 1/3 cup of vegetable oil and mix thoroughly until the oil is fully incorporated and the dough is smooth.
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Divide the dough into five equal sections for easier handling.
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Cover the unused dough sections with a damp cloth or plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out while you work.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll one section of dough out until it is very thin, almost paper-thin.
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Use a pastry wheel or sharp knife to cut the rolled dough into strips that are 2 inches wide and the full length of the dough.
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Twist each strip around a fork to create a spiral or circular shape, then slide it off the fork.
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Heat the 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Carefully lower the twisted dough into the hot oil, ensuring there is enough room for it to rise and expand.
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Fry until golden brown and puffy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
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Remove the fried dough from the oil and drain on paper towels.
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While the dough is still hot, dip it into a prepared sugar syrup.
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Sprinkle generously with cinnamon and chopped nuts before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 3018.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 269.9g416%
- Saturated Fat 41.8g209%
- Cholesterol 279.8mg94%
- Sodium 96.6mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 126.4g43%
- Dietary Fiber 4.5g18%
- Sugars 1.3g
- Protein 26.3g53%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.