
A historical bread from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). A Good Sauce for the Above.—One cup of sugar, two tablespoonfuls of butter, one teaspoonful of flour beaten together; half a cup boiling water; flavor with extract lemon and boil until clear. Or serve with maple syrup.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Drop into hot lard and fry like doughnuts
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The high ratio of eggs to milk creates a protein-rich batter that sets quickly when dropped into hot fat, forming crispy exteriors while remaining tender inside. Baking powder releases carbon dioxide when exposed to moisture and heat, creating light, airy pockets throughout the fritters. The thick batter consistency prevents excessive oil absorption while ensuring the fritters hold their shape during frying, similar to cream puff dough (pâte à choux).
The batter can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. Stir gently before using and add a tablespoon or two of milk if it has thickened. For best texture, fry just before serving as fritters lose their crisp exterior within 30 minutes.
Store cooled fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore some crispness. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month; reheat from frozen in a 325°F oven for 12-15 minutes.
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The batter can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. Stir gently before using and add a tablespoon or two of milk if it has thickened. For best texture, fry just before serving as fritters lose their crisp exterior within 30 minutes.
Store cooled fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore some crispness. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month; reheat from frozen in a 325°F oven for 12-15 minutes.