With eight days and nights to sample every flavor of doughnut, at some point you too may be ready for a change. And while I’m not giving up on doughnuts just yet, I was looking for a lighter option. For many years I’ve been seeing different versions of these rosettes, and I just assumed they were difficult to make. I finally decided to give them a try and was blown away by how simple they actually are. They do take a bit of time, though — you’ll need about an hour to fry them all.
You’ll need a rosette iron to make this recipe. They can be found on Amazon or at housewares stores and are fairly inexpensive. (The Fox Run brand is under $15 and works perfectly.)
A candy thermometer is also essential. Keeping the oil at a steady temperature will ensure perfect results.
YIELDS APPROXIMATELY 5 DOZEN ROSETTES
In a medium-sized bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, and salt. Add flour, milk, vanilla, and lemon zest. Mix well. If your batter is lumpy, run it through a sifter.
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