Instructions:

Carnival Puffs

1 1/2 cups flour
Pinch of salt
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 small eggs
1/2 cup water
2 cups vegetable oil

Sift flour, salt, baking powder and 1/4 cup sugar together.

Combine eggs and water and blend into the dry ingredients.

Dip a tablespoon into a glass of cold water and then dip it into the batter for a heaping spoonful. Using a rubber spatula, slide the batter off the spoon into a deep pan or fryer with hot vegetable oil. Fry 2 or 3 puffs at a time until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper toweling and roll in the remaining 1 cup of sugar while still hot.

Makes 10 to 12 puffs.