Sure! Here’s a classic recipe for homemade doughnuts:
Ingredients
Doughnuts:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling out the dough)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water and a pinch of sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining sugar, warm milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix well.
- Add the activated yeast mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough:
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Doughnuts:
- Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one larger for the outer edge and one smaller for the hole) to cut out doughnut shapes. Re-roll the scraps and cut out more doughnuts.
- Second Rise:
- Place the cut-out doughnuts and holes on a floured baking sheet. Cover with a towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until they are puffy.
- Fry the Doughnuts:
- In a large, deep pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the doughnuts to the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried doughnuts to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze the Doughnuts:
- While the doughnuts are still warm, dip them into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the glazed doughnuts on a wire rack to set.
Enjoy your homemade doughnuts!
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