The delight of enjoying a hot, freshly made donut is unmatched. These divine sweets are ideal for curbing those dessert cravings and can be made quickly. Featuring a soft and airy inside, a touch of sugar, and a crisp, golden-brown outside, these donuts are bound to be a hit. Use this easy recipe to bake your perfect donuts that seem almost celestial.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 180 ml (3/4 cup) milk
- 10 g (1 tbsp) fresh yeast
- 500 g (3 1/3 cups) flour
- 60 g (1/4 cup) butter
- 30 g (2 tbsp) sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- Oil for frying
- Additional sugar for coating
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- In a small bowl, warm the milk slightly until it is just warm to the touch, but not hot. Add the fresh yeast and dissolve by stirring. Allow it to rest a few moments until it starts to bubble.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and melted butter together until well mixed.
- Pour the yeast mixture and the egg mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- Shape the Donuts
- Roll out the dough to about 1 cm (1/2 inch) thickness.
- Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one large and one small) to cut out donut shapes. Re-roll any scraps and cut out additional donuts.
- Place the cut donuts on a lightly floured baking sheet and let them rest for about 10 minutes while you heat the oil.
- Fry the Donuts
- In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 180°C (350°F). To check if the oil is ready, you can drop a small piece of dough into the oil; if it sizzles and rises to the top, the oil is ready.
- Carefully place a few donuts into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook each side for approximately 1-2 minutes, or until they turn a rich golden color.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Coat with Sugar
- While the donuts are still warm, roll them in a bowl of additional sugar to coat them completely.
- Serve the donuts warm and enjoy the heavenly taste.
Conclusion
These ideal donuts, ready in just 5 minutes, are a testament to how simple ingredients can create something truly special. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, a snack, or a dessert, these donuts are sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. The soft, fluffy interior combined with a sweet, crispy exterior makes them a perfect treat for any occasion. Try this recipe and experience the delight of homemade donuts that taste like they came straight from heaven!