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Fried Scones

A dessert version of fry bread, similar to donuts.
Prep Time1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 12 scones

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Stand Mixer

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp warm water (95 - 105 degrees F)
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 to 1 gallon peanut oil (depending on size of Dutch oven)

Instructions

  • Mix the 3 Tbsp of warm water with the yeast and add a pinch of sugar. Set aside for 10 minutes until yeast becomes frothy.
  • In stand mixer bowl, combine the hot water, oil, salt, and sugar. Set aside.
  • Add the egg to the yeast mixture and mix well.
  • Add the yeast mixture to the oil mixture (after it has cooled below 110 degrees F) and mix well.
  • Gradually add the flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead until you get an elastic consistency, about 5 minutes.
  • Place the dough in a large, well-greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  • Fill a Dutch oven (or large saucepan) with 2 inches of peanut oil, and heat, over medium-high heat, to 365 degrees F.
  • Once the dough is done rising, punch down the dough and divide into 12 pieces. Turn each piece on a lightly floured surface and roll until 1/8 inch thick.
  • Place 2 pieces of dough at a time into the oil and fry 1 minute per side, or until golden brown.
  • Transfer cooked scones to a parchment or paper-towel lined baking sheet to cool.

Notes

These taste great topped with honey and powdered sugar.