Fried Donuts Recipe
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Ingredients
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Doughnut Ingredients
Method
Frying Directions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk, water, and unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm (about 110°F or 43°C). Remove from heat.
- 3
Add the warm milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- 4
- 5
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- 6
Shape the Donuts
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Transfer to a floured surface and roll out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- 7
Use a donut cutter or two round cutters to cut out donuts and holes. Reroll scraps as needed.
- 8
- 9
Carefully place a few donuts in the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 10
Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining donuts.
- 11
Finish the Donuts
In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with vanilla extract and a little water to make a glaze. Dip each donut into the glaze or sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- 12
Serve warm and enjoy your freshly fried donuts!
