Khvorost ( Fried Sugar Circles)

Directions

Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt in medium bowl.

Add egg, waer, vodka and vanilla and blend well.

Turn dough out onot lighlty floured surface andknead 5 minutes.

Cover and let rest fo r 15 minutes.

Rll dough out on lightly floured surface to thickeness of ⅛ in. cut into strips.

Cut small lengthwise slit neat 1 end of each strip.

Twist opposite end of strip through opening, handling gently, to form loop.

Heat oil in saucpan or deep fryer to 350℉ (180℃).

Fry loops in batchesuntil golden brown.

Drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar. Serve immediately.

Accompnay with Apricot sauce for dipping.