Roadhouse Donuts Recipe
Dutch style donuts made with lemon zest and topped with Muscovado brown sugar.
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Ingredients
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Donut Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground nutmeg.
- 2
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted unsalted butter, and lemon zest until well combined.
- 3
Incorporate Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Donuts
Using a spoon or a donut cutter, carefully drop spoonfuls of the dough into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 6
Drain and Coat
Remove the donuts from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. While still warm, coat each donut in Muscovado brown sugar.
- 7
Serve
Serve the donuts warm and enjoy!