why make this recipe
Doughnuts are a delicious treat loved by many. They are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts. Making your own doughnuts at home is a fun activity, and it allows you to customize them to your taste. Plus, there’s nothing like the smell of fresh doughnuts wafting through your kitchen!
how to make Doughnuts
Ingredients :
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 7 grams baker’s yeast
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions :
First, mix the warm milk with the yeast in a bowl and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms, then knead for about 5-10 minutes. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it. Let it rise for about an hour until it doubles in size. Roll the dough out to about 1.5 cm thick and cut out doughnut shapes with a cutter. Let the doughnuts rise again for about 30 minutes. Heat oil in a fryer and fry the doughnuts until golden brown. Let them drain on paper towels and dust them with sugar or glaze as desired.
how to serve Doughnuts
Doughnuts can be served warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy them plain, sprinkle them with powdered sugar, or dip them in glaze. They also pair well with coffee or milk, making them a great treat for breakfast or brunch.
how to store Doughnuts
To store doughnuts, place them in an airtight container at room temperature. They are best enjoyed fresh, but you can keep them for about 1-2 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Just make sure to wrap them well in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag.
tips to make Doughnuts
- Ensure the milk is warm but not too hot, as it can kill the yeast.
- Knead the dough until it’s smooth; this helps create a fluffy texture.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place to give the yeast time to work.
- Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding the fryer.
variation (if any)
You can add different flavors or toppings to your doughnuts. For example, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture for a sweet flavor. You can also dip them in chocolate or add sprinkles on top.
FAQs
1. Can I use instant yeast instead of baker’s yeast?
Yes, instant yeast can be used. Just follow the same instructions, but you can skip the proofing step with warm milk.
2. What type of oil is best for frying doughnuts?
Vegetable oil or canola oil is great for frying doughnuts as they have a high smoke point.
3. Can I make doughnut holes?
Yes! Simply use the dough scraps after cutting out the doughnut shapes. Fry them in the same way to enjoy delicious doughnut holes.
Doughnuts
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter Melted
- 7 grams baker's yeast Active
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup milk Warm
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the warm milk with the yeast in a bowl and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.
- Mix well until a dough forms, then knead for about 5-10 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it. Let it rise for about an hour until it doubles in size.
Shaping and Frying
- Roll the dough out to about 1.5 cm thick and cut out doughnut shapes with a cutter.
- Let the doughnuts rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a fryer and fry the doughnuts until golden brown.
- Let them drain on paper towels and dust them with sugar or glaze as desired.