Goat Cheese Loukoumades: Greek Doughnuts

Chef Ricky Moore of Giorgio made a whole lot of his fantastic Greek doughnuts at market today! The loukoumades were made with local goat cheese and honey from the market. Thanks to Chef Moore for joining us at market, sharing his samples and this recipe!

Ingredients:

2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

2 tsp white sugar

2 eggs, beaten

1/2 cup local goat cheese

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

1/4 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Method:

1. Heat oil i a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. In a medium saucepan, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Stir in the eggs, yogurt, goat cheese and vanilla. Mix gently over low heat until combined. Batter will be sticky.

3. Drop by tablespoons into the hot oil a few at a time. Loukoumades will turn over by themselves. Fry until golden brown, about 3 or 4 minutes. Drain in a paper sack and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve warm.

Yield: 25 balls