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Fried Donut Recipe

Basic Fried Donuts

About this fried donut recipe. These are super quick, home-made, sumptuous, golden, crispy, fluffy donuts. And these really are bakery-style muffins made with straightforward ingredients and easy steps, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert! These donuts are quick to make, fun, and delicious - a crowd-pleaser for sure
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup warm milk 110°F / 43°C
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar cinnamon sugar, chocolate glaze, sprinkles

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Stand mixer (optional)
  • Rolling Pin
  • Donut cutter or two round cutters
  • Deep frying pan or pot
  • Candy thermometer
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add eggs, melted butter, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth (8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a stand mixer).
  3. First Rise: Cover dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape Donuts: Roll dough to ½-inch thickness. Cut into donuts with a donut cutter or two round cutters. Place on a floured tray.
  5. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry Donuts: Carefully fry donuts 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. Add Toppings: While warm, dust with powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or drizzle with chocolate glaze.

Notes

  • Ensure oil temperature stays consistent for evenly fried donuts.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; fry 2–3 donuts at a time.
  • Let dough rise fully for light, airy donuts.
  • Experiment with fillings like jam, custard, or chocolate.
Fried Donut Recipe
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated): Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg