Description
Enjoy the bliss of homemade glazed doughnuts with this easy recipe! These fluffy, sweet treats are perfect for breakfast or a snack, featuring a light texture and rich vanilla glaze. Simple to make and delicious to eat, theyre sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and the active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Add the frothy yeast mixture and mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough begins to form.
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch down the dough to release air. Roll out to about ½ inch thick on a floured surface.
- Use a doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters to cut out doughnut shapes. Place on a floured baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Cover the cut doughnuts with a towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffed.
- In a deep pot or fryer, heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Test with a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and rise.
- Carefully place a few doughnuts in the hot oil, frying for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to flip and remove.
- Transfer fried doughnuts to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining doughnuts.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Dip the tops of warm doughnuts into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place on a wire rack to set.
- Add sprinkles or chopped nuts on top of the glaze before it sets for extra flair.
- Once the glaze has set, serve your homemade glazed doughnuts fresh with coffee or tea, or share with friends and family.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- You can customize the glaze with different flavors or colors for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes