Quick Fried Donut Recipe Let the Baking Begin! from letthebakingbegin.com
Introduction
Donuts are a classic treat that always seem to hit the spot. They’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-day snack. While there are many types of donut recipes, nothing beats a classic fried donut. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make donuts that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Ingredients
For the dough, you’ll need: - 3 cups all-purpose flour - 1/3 cup sugar - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast - 1/2 tsp salt - 1/4 tsp nutmeg - 2 eggs - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted - 1 cup milk For frying, you’ll need: - Vegetable oil - Powdered sugar
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and nutmeg. 2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then stir in the melted butter and milk. 3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together. 4. Knead the dough by hand or with a mixer for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. 5. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size. 6. Punch the dough down and roll it out on a floured surface to 1/2 inch thickness. 7. Use a donut cutter or cookie cutter to cut out donuts and donut holes. 8. Place the donuts and donut holes on a floured surface and cover them with a towel. Let them rise for another 30 minutes. 9. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F. 10. Carefully drop the donuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown. 11. Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. 12. Dust the donuts with powdered sugar while they’re still warm.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 12 donuts and 12 donut holes. Each donut contains approximately: - 250 calories - 33g carbohydrates - 5g protein - 10g fat - 1g fiber - 12g sugar - 130mg sodium
Tips and Tricks
- Be sure to use active dry yeast, not instant yeast. - If you don’t have a donut cutter, you can use a large and small round cookie cutter instead. - Don’t overcrowd the pot when frying the donuts, or the temperature of the oil will drop and the donuts won’t cook evenly. - Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the oil and adjust the heat as needed. - If you want to add some extra flavor to your donuts, try adding cinnamon or vanilla extract to the dough.
Conclusion
With this recipe, you’ll be able to make delicious fried donuts that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of coffee in the morning or as a sweet snack in the afternoon, these donuts are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Give them a try and let us know what you think!
