Dennys Red Velvet Puppies with Cream Cheese Icing
Indulge in pure decadence with Denny’s-inspired Red Velvet Puppies with Cream Cheese Icing—a deep-fried dessert that’s crispy on the outside, moist and fluffy on the inside, and bursting with rich red velvet flavor. Perfectly golden and lightly cocoa-infused, these bite-sized treats are made with buttermilk and a splash of vibrant red food coloring for that signature hue. Paired with a luscious cream cheese icing that's velvety smooth and perfectly sweet, this recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these festive fried delights are an irresistible crowd-pleaser for parties, brunches, or dessert cravings. Serve them warm for the ultimate comforting treat, and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 individual Large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 cups Vegetable oil, for frying
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix, as the batter should remain slightly lumpy.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the red velvet puppies for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
To make the cream cheese icing, beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until smooth.
Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and continue to mix until the icing reaches a creamy and pourable consistency.
Serve the red velvet puppies warm with the cream cheese icing on the side for dipping or drizzle the icing over the puppies for a finishing touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1056.8 g | 1355% | |
| Saturated Fat | 196.0 g | 980% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 656 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 2866 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.2 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.4 g | ||
| Protein | 61.8 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 555 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 1137 mg | 24% | |
*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.
