Sweet Fry Bread - Enough For An Army! Recipe

Name: Sweet Fry Bread - Enough For An Army!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sponge; 4 1/2 teaspoons yeast; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup warm water; The Rest of the Story; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 cup butter, softened; 2 cups warm water; 8 1/2 cups flour (set aside 1 cup)

Servings: persons

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["Mix the sponge items in a large bowl; then let ""sponge"" for 15 minutes or so until foamy.", "Mix remaining dry ingredients in another bowl, and alternate adding dry stuff and water to the first mixture, allowing mixer to work ingredients before adding more.", "WARNING: You may need the extra cup of flour--the dough should NOT be sticky when finished.", "Knead the dough, working in the remaining flour as you knead.", "Grease a large glass or plastic bowl; shape dough into a large ball, place in bowl--turning to grease all sides; cover loosely with plastic and place in a warm place; let rise until doubled.", "Heat about a half-inch of oil in a large frying pan (375 - 400 degrees).", "While the oil heats, remove dough from bowl and divide into 4 balls. Each ball will make one dozen (12) balls (so a total of 48 balls).", "Flatten each small ball into a thin disk (about 4 inches), make a little hole in the center of each. Keep a uniform shape, but these don't have to look ""perfect."".", "Carefully drop into hot oil; fry until bottom is golden brown, flip with a spatula in one hand and a fork in the other to prevent oil from splashing out.", "SERVING IDEA #1: Lay bread on plate, cover with my Recipe #219826, grated cheese, topped with sour cream, lettuce, and olives for an ""Indian Taco"" (this is straight from the school lunch menu on an Indian Reservation!).", "SERVING IDEA #2: Sprinkle with powdered sugar, slather on some jam or marmalade.", "OAMC PLANNED OVERS: Use fresh for supper tonight, freeze ALL the leftovers in meal-size portions in plastic zipper bags."]

1480

kcal

Calories

Fat

232

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sponge, 4 1/2 teaspoons yeast, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Sweet Fry Bread - Enough For An Army! falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Fry Bread - Enough For An Army!

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