Description
These Homemade Glazed Doughnuts are light, fluffy, and coated in a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special treat, they taste just like classic bakery-style doughnuts!
Ingredients
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For the Doughnuts:
- 3 1/2 cups (440g) all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, butter, egg, and vanilla. Add the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Doughnuts: Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick. Cut out doughnuts using a 3-inch cutter and a 1-inch cutter for the hole. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Second Rise: Cover and let the doughnuts rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Fry the Doughnuts: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip warm doughnuts in the glaze and place on a wire rack to set.
- Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
- Use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast for a quicker rise.
- Store doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For a chocolate glaze, replace milk with heavy cream and add 2 tbsp cocoa powder.
- Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds for a fresh taste!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: ~290 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg