Sweet Fried Croissants
Sweet Fried Croissants are crispy, golden crescent-shaped pastries made from a soft, lemon-scented dough, fried to perfection, and dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or dessert, these treats are easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Sweet Fried Croissants are a delightful and irresistible treat, perfect for satisfying your cravings for something crispy, fluffy, and sweet. These crescent-shaped pastries are made from a soft, lightly sweetened dough infused with the subtle aroma of lemon zest. Once shaped, they are deep-fried to golden perfection, creating a beautifully crisp exterior while maintaining a tender, airy interior. Finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, Sweet Fried Croissants are ideal for breakfast, tea time, or as a special dessert. Their unique combination of textures and flavors makes them a crowd-pleaser and a memorable indulgence for any occasion. Serve them warm to enjoy their full richness and charm!
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 60 g sugar
- Lemon zest
- 60 ml oil
- 125 g plain yogurt
- 60 ml milk
- About 350 g all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 10 g baking powder
- Cornstarch (for rolling)
- Oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for sprinkling)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrate: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Directions
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In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, lemon zest, egg, and oil. Add the yogurt, milk, flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until a smooth dough forms.
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Shape the dough into a round shape. Sprinkle cornstarch over the surface, then roll the dough out and cut it into triangular pieces. Roll each triangle into a small, crescent-like shape.
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Heat oil in a pan for frying. Fry the prepared crescents on both sides until golden brown. Once fried, remove from the oil and let them cool slightly. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.
