Vetkoek (Dairy & Egg Free)

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 2 tsp Instant Yeast
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 1/2 cups Plant-Based Milk (warmed)
• 1/4 cup Apple Sauce (unsweetened)
• 3 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. 2Add warmed plant-based milk and applesauce. Mix until a dough forms.
3. 3Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. 4Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. 5Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 175°C.
6. 6Punch down the dough and divide into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball.
7. 7Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
8. 8Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

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