HOMEMADE FRIED DONUTS

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for homemade fried donuts. Enjoy making these classic treats!

Ingredients

For the donuts:

• 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the dough:

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
3. Add the yeast mixture to the wet ingredients and stir to combine.
4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
6. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Shape and fry the donuts:

1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air.
2. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.
3. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one large and one small) to cut out donut shapes. Reroll the scraps and cut out more donuts as needed.
4. Place the cut donuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise for another 30 to 45 minutes, until puffy.
5. In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
6. Carefully lower a few donuts at a time into the hot oil, frying each side for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Make the glaze:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Dip the warm donuts into the glaze, turning to coat completely, then place them on a wire rack to let the glaze set.

Enjoy!

You can also customize your donuts with different toppings like sprinkles, chocolate glaze, or cinnamon sugar. Happy frying!