Loukoumathes: Fritters with Honey and Cinnamon - active dry yeast

Method

• In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 2 cups warm water, proof for 5 minutes.
• Add 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture, whisk to incorporate.
• Add in the milk and eggs.
• When fully mixed, add in the other 2 cups of flour.
• Batter should be thick but not solid, if necessary, thin with more water.
• Whisk in vanilla.
• Cover and let rise for about 2 hours.
• For the syrup, in a small pot mix together the honey, sugar, and water and bring to a boil, turn down and simmer until completely dissolved and keep warm.
• Heat the oil to 360 degrees and with a large spoon, drop the batter into the hot oil.
• It will immediately puff and come to the surface.
• When golden brown on both sides, remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
• Drizzle with warm syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon.
• Serve immediately.