Description
Experience a Canadian classic with these irresistible Maple Beaver Tails! Crispy, golden fried dough shaped like the iconic beaver tail is coated with a luscious maple glaze made from browned butter, vanilla, and pure maple syrup. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of sweet, buttery, and comforting flavors that will have you coming back for more. Trust me, you’re going to love this nostalgic treat! #MapleBeaverTails #FriedDough #CanadianTreat
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- ¾ cup lukewarm water
- ½ cup lukewarm whole milk
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Glaze Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, browned
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in lukewarm water and milk. Add sugar, salt, melted butter, and flour. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 8–10 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1–1.5 hours.
Fry the Beaver Tails
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut and shape into oval “beaver tail” shapes.
- Fry dough pieces in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels.
Make the Maple Glaze
- In a small saucepan, brown the butter over medium heat until fragrant and golden, then remove from heat.
- Whisk in vanilla extract, maple syrup, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Brush glaze generously over warm fried dough.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on the glaze before serving.
- Make sure oil temperature stays consistent for even frying.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to retain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beaver tail
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg