Ingredients
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon butter, meltedOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons maple syrup1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract7 maple-flavored bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Preparation
In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg, milk and melted butter until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened.
Heat oil to 350° in an electric skillet or deep fryer. Drop tablespoonfuls of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning often. Drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix confectioners’ sugar, maple syrup, milk and vanilla until smooth. Dip warm doughnuts into glaze; sprinkle tops with bacon.