Description
Indulge in the bliss of freshly made, warm, and fluffy donuts with this quick and easy recipe. Using simple ingredients and just five minutes of active preparation, you can create heavenly donuts that will delight your family and friends.
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: Warm the milk until lukewarm and stir in the yeast. Let it rest until it bubbles. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Beat the eggs and melted butter, then combine with the yeast mixture and dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If sticky, add more flour.
- Shape the Donuts: Roll dough to 1 cm (1/2 inch) thickness. Use cutters to form donut shapes and place them on a floured tray. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Fry the Donuts: Heat oil to 180°C (350°F). Fry donuts for 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
- Coat with Sugar: While warm, roll donuts in sugar to coat them evenly. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature for perfect frying.
- For variety, glaze or fill the donuts as desired.
- Best served fresh and warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: International