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Crispy and Creamy Doughnuts

This homemade donut recipe is easier than you think and tastes just like glazed donuts from your favorite shop: crispy, fluffy, sweet perfection!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 18 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup warm water 110°F
  • 2 0.25-ounce envelopes active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk warmed slightly
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Sprinkle the yeast over the warm water; let stand 5 minutes, until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, salt, warmed milk, eggs, and melted butter. Stir in the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  5. Punch down the dough and roll to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into rings using a donut cutter or two round cutters.
  6. Transfer cut doughnuts to a parchment-lined tray, cover lightly, and let rest 30 minutes until puffed.
  7. Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F. Fry doughnuts in batches, 1 minute per side, turning once, until golden brown.
  8. Drain on paper towels. Meanwhile, whisk glaze ingredients until smooth.
  9. Dip warm doughnuts in glaze, let excess drip off, then place on a rack to set.
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