Enjoy breakfast the New Orleans way with these warm, crispy bites. Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight!
—LOIS RUTHERFORD ELKTON, FL
PREP: 20 MIN. • COOK: 5 MIN./BATCH • MAKES: ABOUT 2 DOZEN
2 eggs, separated
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon brandy, optional
Oil for deep-fat frying
1. Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg yolks, sugar, water, butter, lemon peel, vanilla and brandy if desired; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter.
3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by teaspoonfuls, a few at a time, into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners’ sugar. Serve warm.