Ingredients
1 cup water (70° to 80°)1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup shortening1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeastOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon maple flavoring
Preparation
In bread machine pan, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).
When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into four portions. Roll each into a 12-in. x 5-in. rectangle. Cut each rectangle widthwise into 1-1/2-in. strips.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop dough strips, a few at a time, into hot oil. Turn with a slotted spoon and fry for 1 minute on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine the glaze ingredients. Place the long johns on a wire rack; drizzle with glaze.
