Indulge in Homemade Donuts
These delightful homemade donuts are fluffy, sweet, and perfect for any occasion. With a golden-brown exterior and an array of customizable toppings, they offer a taste of nostalgia that will brighten your day. Easy to prepare, these treats are ideal for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Gather your loved ones and create sweet memories with every bite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm. Mix with sugar and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the foamy yeast mixture.
- Slowly incorporate flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough to about ½ inch thick on a floured surface; cut into donut shapes with cutters and save the holes.
- Let shaped donuts rise on greased trays for another 30 minutes while preheating oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry donuts for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg