*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         HOLIDAY HONEY DOUGHNUTS

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Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Breakfast                        Brunch

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1       pk           Yeast
   2       tb           Water
   2       tb           Honey
   2       c            Flour
     1/2   ts           Salt
   2       tb           Butter
   1                    Egg
     1/4   c            Milk
                        Vegetable oil
                        Honey Nut Filling

  Dissolve yeast in warm water; stir in honey.  Combine
  flour and salt; blend butter.  Add yeast mixture, egg
  and milk to form a soft dough.  Beat well and knead 5
  minutes on a greased baking sheet.  Cover and let rise
  in a warm place about 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
  Deep-fry in 350 F oil 2 to 3 minutes or until browned
  on both sides; turn dough over halfway through cooking
  time. Drain on paper towels. Slit one side of doughnut
  and fill each with 2 to 3 teaspoons Honey Nut Filling.
  
  Honey Nut Filing:  Combine 1/4 cup each chopped dried
  apricots, apples and walnuts; stir in 2 tablespoons
  honey and mix well.  Makes 3/4 cup.
  
  Serving tip:  Serve with honey to drizzle on filled
  doughnuts.
 


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