Malasadas Dois

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Sugar for rolling

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Add the melted butter, eggs, milk, and water and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Cover the dough and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
4. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5. Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out small pieces of dough and drop into the hot oil.
6. Fry the malasadas for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
7. Roll the malasadas in sugar while still hot.
8. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Malasadas Dois is a traditional Portuguese-style donut.
• The dough is made with flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, butter, eggs, milk, and water.
• The donuts are deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy.
• The donuts are then rolled in sugar for a sweet coating.