There's nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a freshly made donut—crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside.
This simple recipe will guide you to make your own batch of these delightful, mouthwatering donuts right at home.
<h3>Donut Recipe</h3>
<h4>Ingredients:</h4>
- 2 and ½ cups of all-purpose flour
- ½ cup of granulated sugar
- 2 and ¼ teaspoons of active dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- ¾ cup of warm milk
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
<h4>For the Glaze:</h4>
- 1 and ½ cups of powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
<h4>Directions:</h4>
<b>Activate Yeast:</b> Mix the active dry yeast with the warm milk and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl. Allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes until it turns frothy.
<b>Mix Dough:</b> Combine the salt, flour, and sugar in a large bowl. Add egg, vanilla extract, the yeast mixture, and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
<b>Knead Dough:</b> Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
<b>Shape Donuts:</b> Punch down the dough and roll it out to about ½-inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters to cut out the donuts and holes.
<b>Heat Oil:</b> Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
<b>Fry Donuts:</b> Carefully place the donuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown on each side, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the items and drain them on paper towels.
<b>Make Glaze:</b> While the donuts cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
<b>Glaze Donuts:</b> Dip each warm donut into the glaze, then place on a rack to set.
<b>Serve:</b> Enjoy your freshly made donuts warm or at room temperature with a cup of coffee or milk!
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
These homemade donuts are a delicious indulgence, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Lykkers, once you try this recipe, store-bought donuts will never taste the same!
Making Easy Classic Donuts At Home
Video by Joshua Weissman
