Sugar-Free Classic Fried Dough Balls
Rediscover guilt-free indulgence with this delightful recipe for **Sugar-Free Classic Fried Dough Balls**—a healthier twist on a timeless favorite. Crafted with whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce, these golden bites are crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Infused with warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla, they’re fried to perfection in sunflower oil and dusted with a sugar-free powdered sweetener for a final touch of sweetness without compromise. Ready in under 30 minutes, these dough balls are perfect for dessert or as a cozy snack that satisfies your sweet tooth without refined sugar. Whether you're seeking a quick treat or a crowd-pleasing healthier dessert, this easy fried dough recipe delivers irresistible flavor with a wholesome spin.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Warm water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Sunflower or vegetable oil for frying
- 0.5 cup Sugar-free powdered sweetener
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Add the unsweetened applesauce, warm water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a smooth dough forms.
If the dough is too sticky, gradually add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough is manageable but still soft.
Pour the oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed saucepan or deep fryer and heat it over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature.
While the oil is heating, lightly flour your hands and pinch off small pieces of dough, rolling them into balls about the size of a tablespoon.
Carefully drop a few dough balls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry the dough balls in batches for about 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown all over.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried dough balls from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
While the dough balls are still warm, toss them gently in the sugar-free powdered sweetener until fully coated. Alternatively, sprinkle the sweetener over them.
Serve the sugar-free fried dough balls warm, enjoying them as a delicious, guilt-free treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 479.3 g | 614% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.7 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2096 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.5 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1174 mg | 25% | |
*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.
