03/09/2024
Here's a simple recipe for homemade doughnuts:
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# # Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 ¼ cups warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
# # # For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# # # Instructions:
1. **Activate the Yeast**: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes frothy.
2. **Make the Dough**: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Add the yeast mixture and mix well. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. **Knead the Dough**: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
4. **Shape the Doughnuts**: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about ½ inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one large and one small) to cut out doughnut shapes.
5. **Second Rise**: Place the doughnuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
6. **Fry the Doughnuts**: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the doughnuts into the hot oil, frying 2-3 at a time for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a wire rack to cool.
7. **Make the Glaze**: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
8. **Glaze the Doughnuts**: Once the doughnuts have cooled slightly, dip them into the glaze, ensuring they're evenly coated. Place them back on the wire rack to let the glaze set.
9. **Serve and Enjoy**: Your homemade doughnuts are ready to be enjoyed!