Coconut Coated Fried Pastries
Coconut Coated Fried Pastries are crispy, golden-fried treats coated with apricot jam and desiccated coconut. Made with vanilla yogurt, orange peel, and simple ingredients, these pastries are perfect for desserts or snacks. Try this easy recipe today!
Coconut Coated Fried Pastries are a delightful and indulgent treat that combines the crispiness of golden-fried dough with the sweetness of apricot jam and the rich, tropical flavor of desiccated coconut. These pastries are made from a soft, aromatic dough infused with hints of vanilla yogurt and zesty orange peel, giving them a unique and irresistible flavor. Once fried to perfection, each pastry is generously spread with apricot jam and coated in coconut, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for tea-time snacks, festive occasions, or as a sweet treat to impress guests, these pastries are as beautiful as they are delicious!
Ingredients
- 400 g all-purpose flour
- 125 g vanilla yogurt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 70 ml vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp yeast (for desserts)
- Orange peel (grated)
- Pinch of salt
- Apricot jam
- Desiccated coconut
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Directions
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In a mixing bowl, combine: 1 egg, Pinch of salt, 2 tbsp sugar, Grated orange peel. Add the following to the mixture: 70 ml vegetable oil, 125 g vanilla yogurt, 400 g all-purpose flour, ½ tsp baking powder. Mix everything together thoroughly until it forms a smooth dough.
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Shape the dough into a ball and divide it into smaller portions. Use a knife (preferably a triangular knife) to cut each piece into desired shapes.
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Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the dough pieces on both sides until golden brown. Once cooked, spread apricot jam over each piece and coat them with desiccated coconut.
