Get nostalgic with these Smiley Fries!

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted, for the dough)
• 0.75 cup Warm Water (about 110°F to activate yeast)
• 1 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast (instant yeast works too)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar (helps yeast activation)
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for the dough)
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for deep‑frying, heat to 350°F)
• to taste Salt (for seasoning) (sprinkle after frying)

Instructions

1. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted all‑purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and active dry yeast.

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2. Add Wet Ingredients and Form Dough

   Create a well in the center, pour in the warm water and olive oil, then stir until a shaggy dough forms.

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3. Knead the Dough

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

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4. First Rise

   Place the dough back in the bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 20 minutes, or until doubled in size.

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5. Shape the Fries

   Punch down the risen dough, divide it into 4 portions, roll each portion into a thin sheet (about 1/4‑inch thick), and cut into fry‑shaped strips about 4‑5 inches long.

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6. Stamp Smiley Faces

   Using a small cookie cutter, knife, or the tip of a fork, gently press a smiley face into each fry strip. The faces should be shallow enough to stay intact during frying.

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7. Heat Oil

   Pour the vegetable oil into the deep fryer or pot, and heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a cooking thermometer to monitor the temperature.

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   Temperature: 350°F

8. Fry the Smiley Fries

   Carefully lower a few fries at a time into the hot oil. Fry for 3‑4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp.

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   Temperature: 350°F

9. Drain and Season

   Remove the fries with a slotted spoon, place on paper towels to drain excess oil, and sprinkle with salt to taste while still hot.

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10. Serve

    Arrange the crispy smiley fries on a serving plate and enjoy while warm.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2 g