Homemade Doughnuts
These homemade doughnuts are sweet, easy to make, and perfect for customizing with various fillings and toppings, making them a delightful treat for the whole family.
Ingredients
Doughnut Base
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Foundation of your doughnuts; whole wheat option available.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons) Essential for rise; can substitute with baking powder.
- 1/2 cup milk, warmed Warm, not hot, to activate yeast.
- 2 large eggs Adds richness and aids in rising.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Can be replaced with coconut oil or margarine.
Fillings and Toppings
- as needed creamy custard or fruit jam For filling.
- as needed powdered sugar For dusting.
- as needed vegetable oil For frying.
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine warm milk and yeast in a bowl; let sit for 5 minutes to activate.
- In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute dry ingredients.
- Add the activated yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough until smooth and let rise covered for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
- Roll out dough and cut into circles; let them rise again for 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a pot and fry the doughnuts until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove the fried doughnuts and allow to cool slightly, then fill with custard or jam.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store doughnuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. They can also be frozen for longer storage. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
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