Introduction
Homemade donuts are a delightful treat that’s surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up a batch of fluffy, flavorful donuts that will satisfy your sweet tooth. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of making homemade donuts, from choosing the right ingredients to frying them to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Rolling pin
- Donut cutter or glass
- Frying pan
- Paper towels
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
In bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
The egg and milk together in a separate bowl. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Use a donut cutter or a glass to cut out circles from the dough. You can use a smaller glass to cut out holes in the center of some of the donuts, creating old-fashioned cake donuts.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully drop a few donuts into the hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and puffed up.
Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels.
While the donuts are still warm, you can glaze them with a simple sugar glaze or sprinkle them with powdered sugar.
Tips
All-purpose flour is the best choice for making donuts. Avoid using whole wheat flour or bread flour, as they can make the donuts tough.
Over mixing the dough can result in tough donuts. Mix just until the ingredients are combine Use a candy thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature (350°F/175°C).
Drain the donuts on paper towels to remove excess oi
Experiment with different toppings, such as chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or sprinkles