County Fair Elephant Ears----Recipe Correction
Buy a ball of dough from your fave pizza parlor, or from a bread bakery. Pinch off sections----stretch out thinly w/ hands into an irregular oblong----now deep fry light brown in hot peanut oil---will gt bubbly. Drain on p/towels and add toppings.
Classic toppings are cinnamon sugar and powdered sugar. Use granulated or brown sugar for different textures and flavors. Coarse sanding sugar can be used. Drizzle with chocolate sauce, caramel, maple syrup, honey, or condensed milk. A layer of Nutella, peanut butter, or marshmallow cream makes a rich and decadent treat. Add fruity flavors w/ cherry, apple, or blueberry pie filling, or use preserves and jams.
Savory toppings Cheesy garlic marinara: Combine garlic and Parm with a marinara sauce for a pizza-like elephant ear. Taco filling: For a meal-sized version, top fried dough with taco meat, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream. Garlic butter with herbs and cheese: Melted garlic butter, grated cheese, and a sprinkle of herbs can create a flavorful savory version. Whipped ricotta: Use whipped ricotta cheese as a base, then add your favorite savory toppings. Mexican-inspired toppings: For a different flair, you can add Mexican cheese and chorizo.