BeaverTails with Cinnamon Sugar and Chocolate Sauce

Indulge in these classic Canadian treats – homemade fried dough pastries shaped like beaver tails, coated in cinnamon sugar, and drizzled with decadent chocolate sauce. Perfect for a fun and delicious snack!

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

615 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

5 items

Cost

£0.54/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

3cupsAll-Purpose Flour(Plus extra for dusting)

£0.60

2.3teaspoonsInstant Yeast

£0.35

0.3cupGranulated Sugar

£0.15

1teaspoonSalt

£0.01

1cupMilk(Warm)

£0.30

0.3cupVegetable Oil(Plus more for frying)

£0.10

1Egg(Lightly beaten)

£0.30

2tablespoonsCinnamon

£0.25

0.5cupGranulated Sugar(For cinnamon sugar)

£0.15

0.5cupChocolate Chips(For chocolate sauce)

£0.75

2tablespoonsMilk(For chocolate sauce)

£0.30

Total Cost

£3.26

£0.54 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, oil, and egg.
3.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
4.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if needed to prevent sticking.
5.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
6.
While the dough rises, prepare the cinnamon sugar by combining the cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish.
7.
Also, prepare the chocolate sauce by microwaving the chocolate chips and milk in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Alternatively, melt in a double boiler.
8.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal pieces.
9.
Roll each piece of dough into an oval shape, about 6-8 inches long and 3-4 inches wide. Pinch the edges to create a slightly pointed “tail” shape.
10.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
11.
Carefully place the beaver tails in the hot oil, 2-3 at a time, and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
12.
Remove the beaver tails from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
13.
While still warm, dredge each beaver tail in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating both sides.
14.
Drizzle with the chocolate sauce and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

615 kcal / 2573 kJ

Carbs

83g

32% of RDA

Fat

27g

39% of RDA

Protein

12g

24% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

35 g

39% of RDA

Sodium

230 mg

10% of RDA

Saturated Fat

9 g

45% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter, melted, to the dough.

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the beaver tails, otherwise they will absorb too much oil and become greasy.

Don't overcrowd the fryer, as this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy beaver tails.

Get creative with toppings! Try Nutella, caramel sauce, or fresh fruit.

Cooking Equipment

Large Bowl

Rolling Pin

Deep Fryer or Large Pot

Slotted Spoon

Paper Towels

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Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter, melted, to the dough.

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the beaver tails, otherwise they will absorb too much oil and become greasy.

Don't overcrowd the fryer, as this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy beaver tails.

Get creative with toppings! Try Nutella, caramel sauce, or fresh fruit.

BeaverTails with Cinnamon Sugar and Chocolate Sauce

Ingredients

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