Classic Artisan Donuts
These yeasted donuts are fried until golden, then finished with your choice of classic glazes — plain, chocolate, or maple are all good options. Getting the oil temperature right is the key step for a fluffy interior and a crisp, non-greasy exterior. Set aside about 2 hours to account for rise time and frying.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Stand mixer with dough hook
- Rolling pin
- Donut cutter
- Deep fryer or large pot
- Baking sheet
- wire rack
- Thermometer
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast fresh
- 1 cup whole milk warm (about 110°F)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
For Frying:
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yeast with warm milk and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes or until frothy.
- In a large bowl, or the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together the remaining sugar, butter, eggs, flour, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and knead using the dough hook for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Turn the risen dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a donut cutter to cut out donuts and transfer them to a baking sheet. Re-roll and cut any remaining dough pieces.
- Cover the donuts loosely and let them rest for 30 minutes to rise again.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add donuts into the oil, a few at a time, and fry for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, in a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip warm donuts into the glaze and return them to the rack to set.
Notes
- For a unique twist, try adding a hint of nutmeg to the dough for extra depth of flavor.
- Experiment with flavored glazes like chocolate or strawberry for a different take on classic donuts.
Nutrition
Calories: 951kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 6gFat: 77gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 42gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 144IUVitamin C: 0.002mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
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