Homemade Doughnuts Recipe
There’s nothing better than the smell of freshly fried doughnuts filling your kitchen. These homemade doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and have a delicious golden crust.
Whether you enjoy them plain, rolled in sugar, or filled with your favorite filling, this easy recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Dough
Three cups of flour
Two tablespoons of butter, softened
Seven grams of baker’s yeast
Five tablespoons of sugar
One cup of warm milk
One egg
Half a teaspoon of salt
For Frying and Coating
Oil for deep frying
Half a cup of sugar for coating
Optional: Melted chocolate or jam for filling
Instructions
Step One: Prepare the Dough
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for five to ten minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the softened butter, egg, and the activated yeast mixture.
Mix everything together until the dough starts to form.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about ten minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step Two: Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about one to two hours or until it doubles in size.
Step Three: Shape the Doughnuts
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick.
Use a doughnut cutter or a round cutter to cut out circles, then use a smaller cutter to make the hole in the center.
Place the shaped doughnuts on a floured tray and let them rest for another fifteen to twenty minutes to rise slightly.
Step Four: Fry the Doughnuts
Heat oil in a deep pan to about three hundred and fifty degrees Fahrenheit.
Carefully drop a few doughnuts into the hot oil and fry them for about one to two minutes on each side until golden brown.
Remove the doughnuts using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step Five: Coat or Fill the Doughnuts
While the doughnuts are still warm, roll them in sugar for a classic finish.
For filled doughnuts, use a piping bag to inject them with jam, chocolate, or custard.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
Drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra indulgent treat.
Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar for added flavor.
Tips for Perfect Doughnuts
Ensure the oil is at the right temperature before frying to prevent them from becoming greasy.
Do not over-knead the dough, as this can make the doughnuts dense instead of soft and fluffy.
Allow enough resting time for the dough to rise properly for the best texture.
Preparation and Cooking Time
Preparation time: One hour and thirty minutes (including rising time)
Cooking time: Fifteen minutes
Total time: One hour and forty-five minutes
Servings: Ten to twelve doughnuts
Enjoy making these homemade doughnuts and share them with your loved ones for a delightful treat.