Description
Classic Homemade Doughnuts are light, fluffy, and golden-fried to perfection—delicious with any topping and a comforting bakery-style treat you can easily make at home.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, vanilla glaze, chocolate glaze
Instructions
- Warm milk to about 110°F and sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add yeast mixture, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding flour if needed.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/2-inch thick. Cut out doughnuts using a doughnut cutter.
- Place cut doughnuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise 30–40 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F. Fry doughnuts 2–3 at a time for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels. While warm, dip in cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar, or glaze once slightly cooled.
Notes
- Fill with jam or cream after frying using a piping bag.
- Add nutmeg or cardamom to the dough for old-fashioned flavor.
- Freeze unglazed doughnuts and reheat as needed.
- Ensure oil stays at 350°F to avoid greasy doughnuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
