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Salted Caramel Beaver Tail Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
-1 cup all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/2 cup butter, melted
-1/2 cup granulated sugar
-1/2 cup milk
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1/2 cup caramel sauce
-1/2 cup coarse sea salt

Special Equipment Needed:
-Large bowl
-Whisk
-Rolling pin
-Baking sheet
-Parchment paper
-Pastry brush

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, mix together melted butter, sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.

4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until combined.

5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough until it is about 1/4 inch thick.

6. Cut out dough into beaver tail shapes using a knife or cookie cutter.

7. Place beaver tails on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

8. Brush each beaver tail with caramel sauce.

9. Sprinkle each beaver tail with coarse sea salt.

10. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

11. Allow to cool before serving.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes 8-10 beaver tails

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g

Substitutions for Ingredients
-Butter: Can be substituted with vegan butter or margarine
-Milk: Can be substituted with almond milk or other non-dairy milk
-Caramel Sauce: Can be substituted with chocolate sauce or peanut butter

Variations:
-Add different spices to the dough such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom
-Add different toppings such as chopped nuts, sprinkles, or dried fruit

Tips and Tricks:
-Make sure to roll out the dough evenly and to the same thickness
-Be careful not to overbake the beaver tails or they will be too dry

Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
-Serve with a scoop of ice cream
-Serve with fresh berries
-Serve with a dollop of whipped cream

Garnishes:
-Chocolate shavings
-Chopped nuts
-Sprinkles

Pairings:
-Vanilla ice cream
-Fresh berries
-Whipped cream

Suggested Side Dishes:
-Fruit salad
-Yogurt parfait
-Smoothie

Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour
-If the dough is too dry, add a bit more milk

Food Safety Advice:
-Always use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing food
-Always wash your hands before and after handling food

Food History:
Beaver tails are a traditional Canadian treat that originated in Ottawa, Ontario. They are made from a simple dough that is rolled out and cut into the shape of a beaver tail. The dough is then deep fried and topped with a variety of sweet toppings such as caramel, chocolate, and sprinkles.

Flavor Profiles:
Sweet, salty, buttery, and caramel-y.

Serving Suggestions:
-Serve as a dessert
-Serve as a snack

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Region: Canadian

Taste: Sweet, Salty, Caramelized, Rich