Long Johns

Indulge in the soft, pillowy perfection of homemade Long Johns, the ultimate fried pastry treat that's sure to elevate your breakfast game! These golden-brown rectangular doughnuts are delicately fried to crisp perfection and coated in a rich, creamy vanilla glaze. With a dough that's kneaded to airy elasticity and flavored with a buttery milk mixture, these pastries boast an irresistibly tender texture. Perfect for any sweet tooth, Long Johns are a classic doughnut-shop favorite that you can now whip up right in your kitchen. Whether served with your morning coffee or as an afternoon indulgence, these lightly sweetened delights are guaranteed to wow. Plus, this recipe yields 12 servings, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family. Treat yourself to this comforting, homemade pastry today!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, warm the milk and butter over low heat until the butter is just melted. Let cool to lukewarm (about 110°F).

Step 3

Add the milk mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough starts to come together, then knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough becomes soft and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.

Step 6

Cut the dough into rectangles approximately 4 inches long and 1.5 inches wide. Place the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Let rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 7

In a large, deep pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F. Carefully fry the dough rectangles 2-3 at a time, about 1 minute per side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined tray to cool slightly.

Step 8

To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth. Adjust consistency with more cream or powdered sugar if needed.

Step 9

Dip the slightly cooled Long Johns into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place them on a wire rack to set for about 10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve fresh and enjoy your homemade Long Johns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1933.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10187.9

Total Fat 916.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 161.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.9g
Cholesterol 555.3mg	0%
Sodium 2624.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 505.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 180.9g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 430.0mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 1056.6mg	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: 78.2%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 19.2%