German Eberswalde Fried Rings

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Traditional German Eberswalde Fried Rings for a savory snack
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 cups milk
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 dash salt
3 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
8 eggs
oil or shortening ( for deep frying )
sifted confectioners ' sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
487
Sugar
11g
Fat
22g
German Eberswalde Fried Rings are a traditional snack in the city of Eberswalde, located in the state of Brandenburg in Germany. They are made from a simple dough mixture of milk, butter, sugar, lemon rind, salt, and flour, which is deep-fried until golden brown. They have a light and fluffy texture that is similar to donut holes. These Fried Rings are often served as appetizers or snacks, and are a popular party food. They are best eaten hot, fresh and dusted with powdered sugar. They can be enjoyed on their own or with a variety of dips and sauces like honey mustard, cheese sauce, or marinara sauce.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, heat milk, butter, sugar, lemon rind and salt until butter is melted.
2.Add flour all at once and stir until mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
3.Remove from heat and let cool for a couple of minutes before adding eggs one at a time. Stir well between each addition until mixture is smooth.
4.Heat oil or shortening to 375°F (190°C).
5.Drop dough by spoonfuls into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
6.Dust with confectioners ' sugar before serving.

PROS

These Fried Rings are tasty and easy to make.
They are great as appetizers or snacks, and can be served with various dips and sauces.
They are also fun to make with kids.

CONS

This recipe requires deep frying, which means it’s not the healthiest food option.
It’s also important to be careful when working with hot oil.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not the healthiest food option, these Fried Rings contain protein from the eggs and a small amount of calcium from the milk. They can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.

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