Malassadas

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk to lukewarm.
2. 2
   Moisten yeast in lukewarm water.
3. 3
   Add the yeast, salt, sugar and melted butter to the milk.
4. 4
   Stir in part of the flour, beating well with a wooden spoon to prevent lumps.
5. 5
   Add beaten eggs and remaining flour to form a soft dough.
6. 6
   Cover the dough and set it in a warm place until it doubles in bulk.
7. 7
   Heat oil to 350-degrees.
8. 8
   Drop dough by the tablespoon into the hot oil and fry until evenly browned.
9. 9
   Drain on absorbent paper and roll in sugar.