Loukoumades (Small Portion)

Ingredients

• 250g Flour
• 1 TL Sugar
• 1 TL Active dry yeast
• 1/4 TL Salt
• 200ml Lukewarm water
• Pflanzenöl Vegetable oil for frying
• 100ml Honey
• 1 TL Cinnamon
• 2 EL Chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a bowl.
2. Gradually add lukewarm water, whisking to form a smooth, thick batter.
3. Cover the batter and let it rise in a warm place for about 45-60 minutes, until bubbly.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 170°C (340°F).
5. Using two spoons, scoop small portions of batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
6. Fry the loukoumades until golden brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per batch).
7. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8. Warm the honey with cinnamon.
9. Drizzle the loukoumades with the honey-cinnamon syrup and sprinkle with walnuts if desired.

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