Cinnamon Rolls Donut Easy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Frying and Dough Preparation
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3.5 to 4 cups vegetable oil
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12.4 ounces canned cinnamon rolls, 8-count (e.g., Great Value brand)
# Instructions:
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Add vegetable oil to a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature, ensuring it reaches between 340°F and 350°F.
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Unroll the can of cinnamon rolls. Separate each cinnamon roll, ensuring they remain intact. Gently press down on each roll. Set aside the icing packet.
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Press down the center of each cinnamon roll using a large decorator's tip, apple corer, or clean water bottle cap to cut out the center. Reserve the cut-out centers as donut holes. Seal the seams on the outer edge of the rolls by pinching or pressing them together.
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Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil from the cooked donuts.
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Once the oil reaches the target temperature, carefully add 3-4 cinnamon rolls to the skillet. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden, using a slotted metal spoon to turn them. Monitor the temperature closely to prevent burning. Place the cooked donuts on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process for the remaining donuts and donut holes.
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Spread the icing over the donuts and donut holes using a knife or offset spatula. If desired, warm the icing in a microwave-safe bowl for 15 seconds before drizzling over the donuts.
# Notes:
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For bite-sized versions, cut all cinnamon rolls into donut holes and prepare as directed.
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Line a 9x13 baking dish with paper towels for an alternative draining setup.