Fried Dough Balls using a Thermomix
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Croustillons, those delightful little golden nuggets of joy, are the culinary equivalent of a carnival ride – thrilling and oh-so-addictive! Originating from the heart of Belgium, these deep-fried treats are like a warm hug for your taste buds. With a batter that includes the magical combo of fresh baker's yeast and a splash of blond beer, they rise to fluffy perfection before taking a dip in hot oil, resulting in a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior. Did you know that the name 'croustillons' means 'crunchy bits' in French? Perfectly named, as every bite is a crunchy explosion of flavor that has been enjoyed at fairs and festivals for generations. So, grab a napkin and prepare for a sweet adventure – just remember, they’re best enjoyed fresh and hot, preferably with a dusting of icing sugar that will have you feeling like a kid at the fair again!
Ingredients
- 250 g Flour t55
- 25 g Granulated sugar
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Baking powder
- 1 Pinch(es) Salt
- 1 Egg
- 50 g Milk
- 500 g Sunflower oil
- 10 g Icing sugar
Steps
Dough
- Add 250 g of flour t55, 25 g of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon(s) of baking powder, 1 pinch(es) of salt in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 10sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Add 1 egg, 50 g of milk in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 30sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Check the consistency of the dough.
- Add a little more Milk if it's too thick.
- Setaside the preparation content in a bowl cover with towel during 30min.
Frying
- Add 500 g of sunflower oil in a pan.
- Cook in the oven with an oil base at 180°C.
- Carefully drop small balls of dough into the hot Sunflower Oil using two spoons or a small ice cream scoop.
- Fry until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Transfer the content of the pan on a plate.
- Place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Final Step
- Sprinkle 10 g of icing sugar on the preparation content.
- Serve Hot.
