Salted Caramel Doughnuts

Slather caramel frosting on buttermilk doughnuts and finish with a sprinkle of sea salt. Mmm. ...MORE + LESS -

2 cups vegetable oil

1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Creamy Deluxe™ Vanilla or French Vanilla Frosting

1/4 cup hot caramel flavoured topping

1 can (5 count) Pillsbury™ Flaky Rolls

1/4 cup chopped pecans

1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt

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In 3-quart deep fryer, heat oil over medium heat to 375°F.
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Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix frosting and caramel topping; set aside.
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Separate dough into 10 biscuits. Using your finger, form a hole in centre of each biscuit to resemble a doughnut.
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Place paper towels under cooling rack. Carefully place 3 or 4 doughnuts in hot oil. Cook 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until golden brown. Gently turn with tongs; cook 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until golden brown. Place on cooling rack; cool 2 to 3 minutes.
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Repeat with remaining biscuits. Spread about 1 tablespoon frosting onto each doughnut. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and salt.