Grannie white’s christmas yeast cakes recipe

Grannie White’s Christmas Yeast Cakes recipe

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Grannie White's Christmas Yeast Cakes recipe is a cherished family tradition that brings warmth and joy to holiday gatherings. Passed down through generations, this recipe combines the rich flavors of yeast, butter, and spices to create soft and fluffy cakes that are perfect for the festive season. The cakes are adorned with a delightful glaze that adds a touch of sweetness and a beautiful finish. With its irresistible aroma and delectable taste, these Christmas yeast cakes are sure to become a highlight of your holiday celebrations.

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Grannie white's christmas yeast cakes recipe details

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Ingredients:

1 package yeast

2 cups warm water

Flour (at least 4 cups, perhaps up to 5 or 6)

1 teaspoon sugar

1 Tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt

3 heaping Tablespoons good shortening

3 Tablespoons shortening

Instructions:

This is my family’s Christmas day breakfast.

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add enough flour plus 1 teaspoon sugar to make a medium batter. Let rise 30 minutes or until double in bulk and bubbly. Sift 3 cups of flour, 1 Tablespoon sugar, and salt into large mixing bowl. Make hole in middle of same and add 3 Tablespoons good shortening and yeast mixture all at once, blending well. Knead until dough is firm and pops up when poked; sprinkle dough with flour and turn over in bowl. Cover and let rise overnight.

Heat about 3 inches of shortening in iron skillet. Pinch off about 1/3-cup size of dough and work until it’s a flat round and drop into hot fat. Fry and turn only once until golden brown. Serve with syrup and good bacon and sausage.

Variations:Make small balls and deep fry. Use small pastry tube to inject jam into middle or sprinkle with confectioner’s sugar.