With the era of summer gatherings upon us, how many of you are going to be lugging the kids and that seven-layered salad to Aunt Betty’s BBQ? Anyone excited to see the 9X13 baking dish with cool-whip frosting and strawberries and blueberries as the flag?
Lets cut it out. Traditions are fun and all … but if I have to compliment one more person on her choice of berry dessert, I am probably going to just hand her a booger instead. I’M BORED.
I did an entire “How to make elephant ears” recipe on my site not too long ago but a reader and dear friend of mine showed me how she made hers with a short cut. Which is what I bring to you today. Lazy Ears.
Let’s get started!
You’ll Need:
Vegetable oil
Jumbo biscuits (refrigerated dough)
Any topping, I chose honey.
Start by pouring your Vegetable oil in a pan over high heat and let it get real hot.
While your oil is heating you can open the can of biscuits and use a rolling pin to roll them out.
I don’t think I paid close enough attention in the supermarket. The “butter flavor” is what you see as those tiny little yellow dots in the dough. It turned out fine but my curves might not have needed any additions…if you know what I’m saying.
From there you simply put your flattened dough into the hot oil and watch it fry. If it doesn’t bubble within 10 seconds of you setting it in pan, it’s not hot enough.
Depending on how fried you like it, leave it on each side for 45 seconds to 2 minutes each. Flip and drain on paper towel.
When cooled you can add your toppings. We did honey, but cinnamon sugar is great too! Or pudding … yum. Who am I kidding, all chocolate is heaven on fried dough.
Enjoy!
And instead of bringing cupcakes (been there), cake pops (done that) or taco salad (1987), you can bring a basket of fried dough with a complimentary tote of toppings for everyone to customize and enjoy. Throw in some cold drinks and a packet of sparklers and you’ve got yourself an the perfect summer celebration.
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Can’t wait to try this! Fried dough – just can’t get any better
Why is all the good stuff un-diabetic friendly. I’m going to go sit in the corner and pout for a while.
But, damn those look good.
Yuuuuuuuum.
Oh, wow. Does that ever look delicious! My only complaint is that I now have to open a can of biscuit dough… that cardboard popping open scares the hell out of me. Guess I’ll have to drink a glass of wine first
ME TOO! Glad I’m not alone. I hate opening those things.
If you take the dough and work it a bit with your hands — stretching longways — and then drop it in the oil, you can make “cheater” zeppoles. That’s how my Italian grandmother used to placate our cravings in a hurry. Stretch, fry, drain, sprinkle with powdered sugar. Delicious.
Thanks guys!!
Wine definitely helps with the biscuit situation
I always jump a little too high when it finally opens. The worst is when you peel it away and then it doesn’t pop at all.
@KelR I’m pre-diabetic so I have to watch out for stuff like this as well. I don’t get to eat it but have a ton of fun making it for my kids or cook outs etc. When I find a yummy alternative I’ll let you all know
oh.my.goodness. those look super yummy!!!! thanks for sharing!! can’t wait to try these!
Have you tried them?? Can’t wait to hear how they turned out for you
This almost makes me want to go grocery shopping…almost.
You totally should. Like today.
Heres an easier dessert. Bake a 9×13 pan of brownies. Mix 12 oz of cool whip with a cup of peanut butter. Keep 4 oz of cool whip plain. Chop up a bunch of reeses peanut butter cups. Make a box of instant chocolate pudding (don’t give me a dirty look about the chemicals involved).
Starting with the pudding, layer all ingredients in a trifle bowl, saving the plain cool whip for the top layer.
serve with a smile.
Sounds soooooooooo good.
Quick tip to know when your oil is hot enough:
Heat oil SLOWLY (setting 4/10)
Put a kernel of corn in oil
Place lid on pan
Wait for the pop
When it pops, it’s hot enough.
I’m 77 retired and always liked cooking and baking, now that I have the time to play, I do with great pleasure. My specialty is baking healthy and with recipes I alter to suit my taste, if I like it, you will also. Today I took a brownie mix, altered added ingredients and just tasted a knock your sox off chocolate cookie, wouldn’t change a thing from my altered recipe other then maybe add a half teaspoon vanilla. I’ll try it next time’ Wife said it was better then the brownie she just ate a half hour before. Don;t be afraid to try if you have an idea, serendipity lies around the oven corner.
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