Dominican Bakes
Soft, lightly sweetened Dominican fried dough rounds with a golden exterior and tender center.
- 35 min
- 430 kcal
- Vegetarian
Mellowpan tip: Makes 8 servings, plenty to share.

Ingredients
For 8 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder, and mix.
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Step 2:
Add the lightly melted butter and mix.
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Step 3:
Gradually add the lukewarm milk.
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Step 4:
Gently knead the dough with your hands.
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Step 5:
The dough should not be firm; it should have a sticky consistency.
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Step 6:
Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into balls of your desired size.
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Step 7:
Cover the balls with a towel or plastic wrap and let them rest for 15–20 minutes.
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Step 8:
Flatten the dough balls with your hands, using your thumb to press an indentation into the dough.
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Step 9:
Deep-fry in a saucepan over medium heat. A saucepan is recommended because a frying pan is too wide and would require too much oil for deep-frying.
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Step 10:
When the dough starts to brown, turn it over to brown the other side.
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Step 11:
Enjoy with your favorite side.








