Fried Scones (aka: Utah Scones)

Fried Scones (aka: Utah Scones)

24 servings
Giant golden puffy fried scones - Utah style - served with honey and powdered sugar. So easy to make and dangerously tasty!

Ingredients

  • hot water
    1 c
  • active dry yeast
    1 tbsp
  • oil
    ⅓ c
  • salt
    1 tsp
  • sugar
    ¼ c
  • flour
    3 ½ c
  • egg

    beaten

    1
  • oil

    for frying

    2 quarts
  • toppings

    see notes

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix 3 tablespoons of warm water with yeast adding a pinch of sugar. Set aside for 10 minutes (mixture will rise and foam).

  2. 2

    While yeast is rising, combine hot water, oil, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

  3. 3

    Add egg to the yeast mixture and mix well. Add the egg/yeast mixture to the oil/sugar mixture. Stir well.

  4. 4

    Gradually add flour stirring well after each addition. Knead the dough as it stiffens until you get a doughy, elastic consistency ( about 5 minutes)

  5. 5

    Place dough in a well-greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Let dough rise for about 30 minutes or until double in size.

Frying directions

  1. 1

    Line cooling racks or plates with paper towels. Fill a large sauce pan with 2 inches of oil and heat to 350-375 degrees Fahrenheit over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, punch down dough and divide into 12 balls. Roll out a piece of dough on a lightly floured surface into 1/4-inch thick circles or squares. Use your fingers to stretch out the balls of dough.

  3. 3

    Carefully place two or three balls of dough in the oil and fry until golden brown on each side (about 1-2 mins). Transfer to paper towels to drain. Repeat until the dough is all fried.

  4. 4

    Serve hot with honey butter, butter, syrup, or powdered sugar. Our favorite is honey and powdered sugar!

Fried Scones (aka: Utah Scones)

Fried Scones (aka: Utah Scones)

60 min24 servings802 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a truly special breakfast treat that's easy to make and incredibly satisfying? These giant, golden, puffy Fried Scones, also affectionately known as Utah Scones, are exactly what you need. Forget complicated recipes; this delightful dish brings authentic, "dangerously tasty" flavors right to your kitchen.

This fried scones recipe stands out because it delivers that signature puffy, airy texture without complicated steps, using basic pantry staples like flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and oil. The magic happens as simple dough transforms in hot oil, creating a golden, delicious treat that's ready for a generous drenching of honey and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Get ready for a delightful sensory experience. You'll bite into a beautifully crispy golden crust that gives way to an incredibly soft, tender interior. These Utah scones are subtly sweet on their own, making them the perfect canvas for a generous drizzle of warm honey and a dusting of powdered sugar. Expect a comforting breakfast item that feels truly indulgent and will quickly become a family favorite.

While traditionally served with a generous drizzle of honey and a dusting of powdered sugar, these golden fried scones are wonderfully versatile. Consider a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, a dollop of your favorite fruit jam, or even a light spread of butter for extra richness and flavor.

Perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast, a festive brunch, or even as a unique dessert, these fried scones are best served warm, right from the pan, to capture their irresistible texture.

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