NEW YEAR'S RAISIN FRITTERS

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Folks who like raisins will love these fritters, which have been a traditional New Year's treat in our family for at least five generations. Dipping warm fritters in sugar makes them extra special.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
2 eggs
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (15 ounces) raisins
Oil for deep-fat frying
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 2 teaspoons sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, butter, salt, eggs, remaining sugar and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a thick batter. Stir in raisins. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Stir down batter; cover and let rise again until doubled. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. , Drop batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Roll in additional sugar while warm.

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