Carrot Puffs
Description
Homemade baked goods for tea. A wonderful vegetable treat that even children will enjoy. The puffs turn out tender and very tasty, and go well with both sour cream and any homemade jam. A quick, budget-friendly option for a family tea time. You can adjust the amount of sugar to taste, and if you like you can also add cinnamon, vanillin, or orange zest to the dough. A simple, reliable recipe that any home cook can handle. Worth keeping in mind.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients. Use medium-sized carrots; add sugar to taste. Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.
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Step 2
Peel the carrots and grate them on a fine grater.
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Step 3
Add melted butter, sour cream, egg, salt, and sugar to taste.
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Step 4
Mix.
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Step 5
Add the baking powder and gradually mix in the flour.
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Step 6
You may need slightly more or less flour than specified in the recipe. The finished dough should be pliable and slightly sticky; do not overload it with flour.
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Step 7
Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and place it in the freezer for 10 minutes.
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Step 8
Then take the dough out, work it with your hands, and divide it into equal portions. The size of the pieces depends on how large you want the puffs to be, but do not make them too large, or they will not cook through when fried.
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Step 9
Shape each piece into a ball.
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Step 10
And then press them with your hand, shaping them into flat patties.
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Step 11
Fry the pastries over moderate heat under a lid, on both sides, until done. You can also bake the puffy buns in the oven.
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Step 12
Carrot fritters are ready. Delicious with sour cream or any jam.