Applesauce Spice Doughnuts, Makes about

Cook only as much as will float easily in the oil. Too much added to the Waring Pro® Professional Deep Fryer will cause the temperature to drop, and the pieces will be difficult to turn. Turn bread when it rises to the top of the oil, taking care not to pierce it. Lift cooked breads from the fryer; allow them to drain for a moment, then place on paper towels to drain.

Applesauce Spice Doughnuts

Makes about 16

2¹⁄3 cups unbleached, all-purpose flour, divided

2teaspoons baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon cinnamon

¹⁄8teaspoon ground allspice

pinch freshly grated/ground nutmeg

½ cup granulated sugar

1	tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening

³cup applesauce

1large egg

vegetable oil for frying flour for dusting

powdered or granulated sugar for dusting²∕

Using a whisk, blend together the flour, baking powder, salt, and spices in a medium bowl; reserve. Put the sugar and shortening in a large bowl. With an electric mixer on low speed, beat to blend and break up the shortening. Add the applesauce and egg; beat until smooth. Add the flour mixture in two additions and blend on medium speed until mixed. Cover dough and chill for a least 1 hour.

Divide dough into two equal portions. Place one portion of dough on a generously floured surface and dust with flour. Roll out to ½-inch thickness. Cut dough with a floured doughnut cutter and place doughnuts on a waxed paper lined baking sheet or tray. Repeat with remaining dough. Re-roll scraps and repeat.