INGREDIENTS
2 1/4 tsp
active dry yeast
1/2 cup
warm water, at 110 degrees
1/4 cup
granulated sugar, divided
1/4 cup
evaporated milk, warmed to 110 degrees
1/2 tsp
salt
1/4 cup
butter, melted
1
large egg
1
egg yolk
1/2 tsp
vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups
all-purpose flour, plus more as needed
3
to 4 cups vegetable shortening, for frying
1 1/2 cups
salted caramel sauce
Caramel candy chews cut into small cubes or chunks