Malasadas

Prep 2 hours

Cook 30 minutes

Total 2.5 hours

Servings 24

Difficulty Medium

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Portuguese immigrants brought malasadas to Hawaii. Leonard Bakery made them famous.

1
Dissolve yeast in warm milk, let sit 5 minutes.
2
Mix flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and yeast mixture until smooth dough forms.
3
Cover and let rise 1.5 hours until doubled.
4
Heat oil to 350°F.
5
Pull off golf ball-sized pieces, stretch slightly, and fry until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
6
Roll immediately in sugar while hot.
Tip: Can also fill with custard or haupia.

Portuguese fried dough coated in sugar. Best eaten warm from the fryer.