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Maple Beaver Tails

Course Dessert
Prep Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 7

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup lukewarm water
  • 1/2 cup lukewarm whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the glaze:

  • 4 tablespoons browned unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Make the dough:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and milk. Sprinkle yeast on top and whisk.
  • Add sugar, flour, and salt to the bowl.
  • Using a stand mixer with a hook attachment, mix until the dough forms, then knead for 1 minute until soft and elastic.
  • Transfer the dough to a buttered bowl, cover with plastic wrap and a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.

Make the glaze:

  • Brown the butter in a pan over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes until it bubbles and browns. Be careful not to burn it.
  • Transfer the browned butter to a bowl and add vanilla extract, maple syrup, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Frying and assembling:

  • Divide the risen dough into 6 to 7 equal balls and flatten each into a thin oval shape.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan to 350°F.
  • Fry the dough pieces until golden on both sides, then transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  • Brush the maple glaze on top of the fried dough and sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

  • You can shape the dough into circles or ovals, depending on your preference.
  • If you find it tricky to transfer the dough to the oil, shape it on greased parchment paper for easier handling.