Fry Bread with Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe

Introduction

Fry bread is a beloved treat with a crispy golden exterior and a soft, fluffy inside. Paired with a sweet cinnamon honey butter, it makes for a comforting snack or dessert that’s quick to prepare and delightful to share.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• ¾–1 cup warm water
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Powdered sugar, for sprinkling
• ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature (for cinnamon honey butter)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon coarse salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter and ¾ cup warm water. Mix with a spoon until the dough forms a ball. It should be moist but not sticky; add water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed. Cover and let rest for one hour.
2. Step 2: Pour vegetable oil into a wide skillet to about 2 inches deep. Heat over medium-high until the oil reaches 375°F using a thermometer.
3. Step 3: While the oil heats, pinch off tablespoon-sized dough balls and roll each out on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Stretch and pull gently if needed.
4. Step 4: Fry bread in batches of 2 or 3 until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove with tongs or a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle the warm fry bread with powdered sugar and serve immediately with the cinnamon honey butter.
6. Step 6: To make the cinnamon honey butter, beat together the room temperature butter, honey, cinnamon, and coarse salt with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Tips & Variations

• Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to maintain the oil at 375°F for perfect frying without absorbing excess oil.
• For a savory twist, sprinkle fry bread with garlic salt or serve with salsa instead of sweet toppings.
• If you don’t have a rolling pin, gently stretch the dough by hand to the correct thickness.

Storage

Store leftover fry bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in a warm oven or toaster oven to regain crispness. The cinnamon honey butter keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 1 week; bring it to room temperature before serving for easier spreading.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before frying. Let it come to room temperature before rolling out and frying.

What can I use if I don’t have vegetable oil?

Other neutral oils with high smoke points, like canola or peanut oil, work well for frying fry bread.

Fry Bread with Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe

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This Fry Bread with Cinnamon Honey Butter recipe delivers a delightful treat featuring crispy, golden fried bread paired with a rich, sweet cinnamon honey butter. Perfect as a comforting snack or a unique dessert, the soft, fluffy bread is fried to perfection and accented with a luscious homemade spread.

• Author: Elena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
• Yield: 8–10 pieces 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Fry Bread

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• ¾–1 cup warm water
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Powdered sugar, for sprinkling

For the Cinnamon Honey Butter

• ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons honey
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon coarse salt

Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to create the dry base for the dough.
2. Add Butter and Water: Pour in the melted butter and ¾ cup of warm water. Stir until the dough begins to form a ball. The dough should be moist but not sticky. Add more water one tablespoon at a time if necessary.
3. Rest the Dough: Cover the dough and allow it to rest at room temperature for one hour to develop texture and flavor.
4. Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a wide skillet to a depth of 2 inches. Heat over medium-high until the oil reaches 375°F (190°C), using a thermometer for accuracy.
5. Prepare Dough for Frying: While oil heats, pinch off tablespoon-sized dough balls and roll each out on a lightly floured surface to approximately ¼ inch thickness. Stretch gently with hands if needed.
6. Fry the Bread: Fry the rolled dough in batches of 2 or 3, cooking about 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the fry bread and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
7. Serve: Sprinkle the fry bread with powdered sugar and serve immediately, accompanied by the cinnamon honey butter or your choice of topping.
8. Make Cinnamon Honey Butter: In a bowl, beat together softened butter, honey, cinnamon, and coarse salt with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers for up to one week.

Notes

• Ensure the oil temperature is correct to avoid greasy or undercooked bread.
• The dough must be moist but not sticky; adjust water gradually.
• Freshly made cinnamon honey butter enhances the flavor but can be substituted with other spreads.
• Fry bread is best served immediately to retain its crispiness.
• Store any leftover cinnamon honey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Keywords: Fry Bread, Cinnamon Honey Butter, Fried Bread, Sweet Bread, Snack Recipe, Comfort Food