Portuguese Style Peanut Fritters
A sweet and crispy Portuguese inspired dessert made with peanut brittle and deep-fried to perfection.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup peanut brittlecrushed
- ●1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- ●1/4 cup granulated sugar
- ●2 large eggs
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●for frying vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract.
- 3
Add the crushed peanut brittle to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- 4
Pour in the egg mixture and mix until a smooth batter forms.
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or a deep fryer to 350°F.
- 6
Using a spoon, drop the batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- 7
Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 9
Serve the fritters warm and enjoy!