Malasadas Dois

Malasadas are a popular Portuguese dessert that were brought to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants and are now a staple in Hawaiian cuisine.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Malasadas Dois

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Portuguese Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• for frying Vegetable oil
• for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a saucepan, heat the milk and butter until the butter melts. Remove from heat.
3. Add the milk mixture and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
7. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and shape them into balls.
8. Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
9. Remove the malasadas from the oil and drain on paper towels.
10. Dust the malasadas with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 12g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.