Elephant Ears Dusted or Glazed My Mom's Recipe

Rediscover the nostalgic charm of homemade fair-style treats with "Elephant Ears Dusted or Glazed: My Mom's Recipe." These irresistibly golden, crisp-fried pastries are crafted from a simple buttery dough, deep-fried to perfection, and finished with your choice of a cinnamon-sugar dusting or a sweet, luscious glaze. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this family-friendly recipe transforms pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and powdered sugar into a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, these elephant ears are ideal for any occasion, from weekend breakfasts to indulgent afternoon snacks. Serve them warm, and let the aroma of cinnamon or vanilla glaze take you back to treasured moments at the fair—right from your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons baking powder
• 3 tablespoons butter (cold)
• 0.75 cups milk
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons water (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder.

Step 2

Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the milk to the mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough for about 1-2 minutes until smooth. Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls.

Step 5

Roll each ball into a thin round disc, approximately 8 inches in diameter. The thinner the dough, the crispier the result.

Step 6

In a deep skillet or a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Carefully slide one dough disc at a time into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and puffed up. Use tongs to flip them.

Step 8

Remove the fried elephant ear from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

For the dusted version: Mix the ground cinnamon and powdered sugar together in a shallow dish. While the elephant ear is still warm, generously coat it with the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Step 10

For the glazed version: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water until smooth to form a thin glaze. Drizzle or brush the glaze over the cooled elephant ears.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1538.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9728.5

Total Fat 986.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 159.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 106.5mg	0%
Sodium 1978.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 93.5g
Protein 31.4g	0%

Vitamin D 107.5IU	0%
Calcium 297.3mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 568.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.7%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 11.1%