Delicious Classic Long Johns Recipe

Indulge in these classic long johns, a popular American pastry that features a soft, yeasted dough filled with sweet cream and topped with chocolate frosting. These decadent treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you're craving something sweet.

Ingredients

• 1 package active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 1/2 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
• Oil for frying
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp butter

Directions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, mix together sugar, milk, melted butter, egg, and salt. Stir in yeast mixture.
3. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms. Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
5. Roll out dough on a floured surface and cut into long oval shapes. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375°F. Fry long johns in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Fill a piping bag with cream.
8. Pipe cream into the center of each long john.
9. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals until smooth. Dip tops of long johns in chocolate.
10. Let chocolate set before serving. Enjoy your homemade classic long johns!

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