Grow Your Own Magic Doughnuts Donuts
Dive into the whimsical world of baking with our "Grow Your Own Magic Doughnuts Donuts" recipe—a delightful combination of pillowy softness, golden crispness, and customizable sweetness. Perfect for home bakers, this step-by-step guide unveils the secrets to crafting light, airy doughnuts from scratch, starting with a perfectly proofed yeast dough. With just a few pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and butter, along with a touch of patience, you’ll achieve bakery-worthy results right in your kitchen. Fry these irresistible treats to golden perfection, then finish them with a dusting of powdered sugar or a glossy homemade glaze. Ideal for family breakfasts, brunches, or special occasions, these magical doughnuts offer a fun, interactive baking experience that’s as rewarding as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cups Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 units Large eggs
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cups Powdered sugar (for dusting) or glaze of choice
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, heat the milk until warm (about 110°F/43°C). Add the yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the milk. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until bubbles form, indicating the yeast is active.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt. Mix well.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the melted butter (cooled slightly) and the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or dough hook on a stand mixer until the dough comes together.
Step 5
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes (or 5 minutes with a stand mixer) until the dough is soft and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Step 6
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Step 7
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll the dough out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Step 8
Use a doughnut cutter or a 3-inch round cutter to cut out doughnuts. Use a smaller cutter for the center hole. Gather scraps, re-roll, and cut as needed.
Step 9
Place the cut doughnuts and holes on parchment-lined baking sheets, cover with a clean towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes, or until puffed.
Step 10
In a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry 2-3 doughnuts at a time, cooking for about 1 minute per side, or until golden brown.
Step 11
Remove the doughnuts with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 12
Repeat with the remaining doughnuts and doughnut holes.
Step 13
Once cooled slightly, dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar or dip them into your glaze of choice. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
Step 14
Serve fresh and enjoy the magic of your homemade doughnuts!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1951.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 11045.5 |
| Total Fat 1016.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 171.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 525.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1431.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 511.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 187.6g | |
| Protein 66.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 187.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 427.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1109.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories