Sweet Bread Pockets

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 1/4 cups flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in medium bowl.
2. 2
   Gradually mix in enough water to form moist but not wet dough.
3. 3
   Turn out dough onto floured surface and knead until smooth, sprinkling with more flour or moistening with more water by teaspoonfuls if necessary, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Wrap dough in plastic.
5. 5
   Let rest at room temperature at least 30 minutes and up to 1 day.
6. 6
   Pour oil into heavy medium saucepan to depth of 1 inch and heat to 350F.
7. 7
   Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
8. 8
   Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.
9. 9
   Working in batches, fry dough until puffed and golden brown, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Using slotted spoon, transfer fritters to paper towels and drain.
11. 11
    Sift powdered sugar over fritters.
12. 12
    Serve with more powdered sugar and honey, if desired.