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Ingredients
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Doughnut Dough
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
Vanilla Glaze
Method
Making the Doughnuts
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted unsalted butter until fully combined.
- 3
Mix Dough
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
- 4
- 5
Shape the Doughnuts
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick. Use a doughnut cutter to cut out doughnuts and holes. Gather scraps and reroll as necessary.
- 6
Fry the Doughnuts
Carefully place the doughnuts into the hot oil, frying several at a time without overcrowding. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- 7
Drain and Cool
Remove the doughnuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let them cool slightly before coating.
Coating and Glazing
- 8
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. While the doughnuts are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- 9
- 10
Glaze the Doughnuts
Dip the tops of the cooled doughnuts into the vanilla glaze, allowing excess glaze to drip off. Place on a wire rack to set for about 10 minutes.
