Fried Dough

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Oil for frying
• Cinnamon sugar (optional)
• Chocolate sauce or honey (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil.
6. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
7. Remove the fried dough from the oil and place on a paper towel lined plate to absorb excess oil.
8. Optional: Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar while still warm.
9. Optional: Serve with chocolate sauce or honey for dipping.