"These are best on the day they are made, but they freeze beautifully if you can’t use them all up right away. A deep fryer is recommended or alternately, at least a thermometer so you can monitor oil temperature to ensure good results...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 Tbsp. active dry or instant yeast
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1/2 cup (120ml)warm water
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2 cups (275g) plus 4-6 Tbsp. bread flour
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1/4 cup (50g) plus 2 tsp. white sugar
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1/4 tsp. baking powder
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1/4 tsp. mace (can substitute nutmeg)
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1 tsp. salt
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2 Tbsp. shortening or lard
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1 large egg
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1/4 tsp. vanilla
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2 medium tart apples, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 1/2 cups)
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1/4 cup (50g) sugar
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2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. cinnamon
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1 Tbsp. bread flour
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2 cups (200g) confectioners/icing sugar
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1 1/2 tsp. light corn syrup (or golden syrup)
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1/4 tsp. salt
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1/4 tsp. vanilla
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1 Tbsp. white sugar
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1/3 cup water