There’s nothing better than fresh, homemade doughnuts! Whether you love them glazed, powdered, or filled with cream, this recipe gives you soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden doughnuts every time.
Skip the store-bought versions and make these delicious, melt-in-your-mouth treats right in your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or just a sweet snack!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Soft & fluffy texture – Just like bakery-style doughnuts!
✔ Easy to customize – Glaze, coat in cinnamon sugar, or fill with jam!
✔ Made with simple ingredients – No special equipment needed.
✔ Perfect for any occasion – Enjoy them fresh and warm!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Doughnuts:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions 👩🍳
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
1️⃣ In a small bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2️⃣ In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
3️⃣ Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
4️⃣ Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
5️⃣ Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Shape the Doughnuts
1️⃣ Roll out the dough to ½-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
2️⃣ Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one large, one small) to cut out doughnuts.
3️⃣ Place on a parchment-lined tray, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Fry to Perfection
1️⃣ Heat 2-3 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Fry doughnuts 2-3 at a time, about 1 minute per side, until golden brown.
3️⃣ Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Add the Glaze
1️⃣ Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
2️⃣ Dip warm doughnuts in the glaze and let set on a wire rack.
Other Topping Ideas 🍩
🔹 Cinnamon Sugar – Roll warm doughnuts in a mix of sugar & cinnamon.
🔹 Chocolate Glaze – Mix melted chocolate with a bit of cream.
🔹 Jam-Filled – Fill with strawberry, raspberry, or custard!
Final Thoughts 💭
These homemade doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and totally irresistible! Whether you enjoy them plain, glazed, or filled, they are sure to be a huge hit with family and friends.
🔥 Give them a try and let me know how they turn out! 😊💛
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