Description
Maple Beaver Tails are a must-try Canadian treat, combining the delightful crunch of deep-fried dough with the rich sweetness of pure maple syrup. Perfect for festivals or cozy family gatherings, these pastries can be customized with various toppings like chocolate, cinnamon sugar, or fresh fruit. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can impress your friends and family by making this irresistible dessert at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (for topping)
- Oil for frying (enough for about 2 inches in the pot)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk until smooth, then gradually mix with dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
- On a floured surface, knead the dough gently for one minute and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut into tail shapes or rectangles using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to approximately 350°F (175°C). Fry each piece until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve drizzled with warm maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg