Donuts Sweet Milk Pre 1940's

Transport your taste buds back in time with these "Donuts Sweet Milk Pre 1940's," a nostalgic treat rooted in vintage baking traditions. Made with pantry staples like whole milk, nutmeg, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe delivers soft, golden-brown donuts with a delicate sweetness that’s irresistibly satisfying. Perfectly fried to a crisp yet tender texture, these old-fashioned donuts require no yeast, relying on baking powder for a quick and easy rise. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or glazed to perfection, these classic donuts are a heartwarming reminder of simpler times, ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack. Ready in under an hour and yielding 18 melt-in-your-mouth donuts, this recipe pairs timeless flavor with the charm of homemade comfort. Keywords: old-fashioned donuts, vintage donut recipe, pre-1940's sweet milk donuts, homemade fried donuts, no yeast donuts.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 18

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Sugar
• 1 cup Sweet milk (whole milk)
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg (ground, optional)
• 6 cups Oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and nutmeg (if using).

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweet milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but workable.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 5

Using a round cookie cutter or a glass (approximately 3 inches in diameter), cut out the donuts. Use a smaller cutter (or a bottle cap) to cut out the center holes.

Step 6

Gather the scraps, knead together lightly, and re-roll to cut out more donuts until all the dough is used.

Step 7

Heat the oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 365°F (185°C). To test the oil, drop a small piece of dough into it; it should sizzle and rise to the surface quickly.

Step 8

Carefully fry the donuts in small batches, 2–3 at a time, to avoid overcrowding. Cook each side for about 1–2 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked donuts to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Let the donuts cool slightly before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or coat with a glaze for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2448.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	15433.0

Total Fat 1466.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 222.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 458.0mg	0%
Sodium 3227.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 537.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 163.7g
Protein 70.4g	0%

Vitamin D 206.0IU	0%
Calcium 406.4mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 994.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.4%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 13.8%