INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup warm water (about 110 degrees F)
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1/4 cup granted sugar, divided
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1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, slightly cooled
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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3 1/2 to 4 cups bread flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 peeled and shredded Fuji (or other sweet) apple
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
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canola oil for frying
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4 cups powdered sugar