I came across the recipe for these wonderful raised doughnuts many years ago. I remember Mom making some similar to these. You can frost them with maple or chocolate glaze, then top with chopped nuts, jimmies, toasted coconut or sprinkles. -Ann Sorgent, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add cream, sugar, shortening, egg, salt, nutmeg and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch down dough; divide in half. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll each half into a 12x6-in. rectangle. Cut each portion into twelve 3x2-in. rectangles. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry long johns, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels., For maple frosting, combine brown sugar and butter in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat; stir in cream and maple flavoring. Add the confectioners' sugar; beat for 1 minute or until smooth. Frost cooled long johns., For chocolate frosting, in a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients. Spread over cooled long johns; let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Karol Menale
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The Long Johns were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
Ashley Estes
[email protected]These Long Johns were delicious! The batter was crispy and the hot dogs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Rebecca Maina
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. The Long Johns were a bit bland for my taste.
Bence Balajti
[email protected]These Long Johns were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I will try baking them next time.
Ivone Mirassol
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The Long Johns were crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
im_roxyy
[email protected]These Long Johns were easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.
Ameer John
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The Long Johns were tasty and the batter was crispy. However, I think I would have liked them better if the batter was a bit thinner.
Prisca Munroe
[email protected]The batter was a bit too thick for my liking. I think I will thin it out a bit next time.
Ibrahim Ssekasamba
[email protected]These Long Johns were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I will try baking them next time.
Aiden Rinearson
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making these, but I'm so glad I did! They were so good! The batter was crispy and the hot dogs were cooked perfectly.
Liaqat Bhai
[email protected]These Long Johns were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about them. I will definitely be making them again.
Rethabile Motshegare
[email protected]Delicious and easy to make! I used my favorite hot dog brand and they turned out perfect. The batter was light and airy.
SABBIR OFFICIAL
[email protected]My family loved this classic recipe! The Long Johns were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. We will definitely be making this again.