Description
Here’s a clean, printable-style recipe card for How to Make Homemade Doughnuts.
Ingredients
🧂 Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
For Frying:
- Vegetable or canola oil, for deep frying
Optional Toppings:
- Powdered sugar
- Cinnamon sugar
- Chocolate glaze
- Vanilla glaze
- Sprinkles or chopped nuts
Instructions
🥣 Instructions
1. Activate Yeast
In a large bowl, stir warm milk and sugar together.
Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough
Add egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix well.
Gradually stir in flour and salt to form a soft dough.
Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes, or mix with dough hook until smooth.
3. First Rise
Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with a towel.
Let rise in a warm spot for 1–1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
4. Roll and Cut
Roll dough out to ½ inch thick.
Cut into doughnut shapes using a doughnut or cookie cutter.
Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Second Rise
Cover and let rest for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
6. Fry
Heat oil to 375°F in a deep pan.
Fry doughnuts 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
7. Add Toppings
While still warm, toss in sugar or dip into your favorite glaze.
🍩 Pro Tips
Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor oil temp.
Don’t crowd the pan—fry in small batches.
Try fillings: jam, custard, Nutella (use piping bag).
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
🧁 Pair With
Fruit-filled breakfast treats
Cinnamon-sugar inspired desserts
Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
Notes
Save this recipe for your next brunch, celebration, or cozy weekend bake!
- Prep Time: 25 min
- Cook Time: 20 min