How to Make Grophens (German Mashed Potato Doughnuts) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you've never heard of Grophens before, you are in for a delightful treat. These German mashed potato doughnuts are a traditional dish that is both comforting and indulgent. Made with a combination of mashed potatoes, flour, and a few other simple ingredients, Grophens are a unique take on the classic doughnut. They are tender, fluffy, and perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon snack.

What makes Grophens so special is the addition of mashed potatoes to the dough. The potatoes add...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces active dry yeast
  • ½ cup lukewarm water
  • 1 cup milk, scalded
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • ⅓ cup shortening (such as Crisco®)
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup raisins, or to taste
  • 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 40 grophens

  • Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water.
  • Mix scalded milk with mashed potatoes, shortening, sugar, and salt.
  • Add eggs and yeast mixture to milk mixture. Gradually add flour, beating with a large fork to form a soft dough. Stir in raisins.
  • Turn out onto a floured board. Knead lightly. Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter (without center hole). Be sure the whole cutter is filled with dough.
  • Place grophens on parchment paper-lined pans and let rise 1 hour. Stretch the sides with your fingers to form a slight hollow in the center.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry grophens in the hot oil, working in batches, until golden, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 81mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 79mg