Mom's Cheat Doughnuts
Indulge in the ultimate shortcut treat with "Mom's Cheat Doughnuts," a delightfully simple recipe that transforms canned buttermilk biscuit dough into golden, sugary perfection in just 25 minutes! These homemade doughnuts are fried to crispy-fluffy perfection, then rolled in a heavenly blend of granulated sugar and cinnamon for a classic flavor that hits all the right notes. With zero yeast or rising time required, this quick and easy dessert is ideal for busy mornings or sweet cravings on a whim. Don’t forget to fry up the doughnut holes for extra bite-sized goodness, and for those who love an extra touch, a dusting of powdered sugar adds a delicious finish. Perfect for sharing and best served warm, these doughnuts promise comfort food at its finest without the fuss.
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Ingredients
- 1 tube (8 biscuits) Canned buttermilk biscuit dough
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Start by heating the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or medium-sized Dutch oven over medium-high heat. The oil should reach about 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature or test with a small piece of dough—if it bubbles and rises to the surface, it’s ready.
Step 2
While the oil is heating, open the tube of biscuit dough and separate the biscuits. Use a small round cookie cutter or the cap of a bottle to punch out the centers of each biscuit to create a doughnut shape. Save the centers to fry as doughnut holes.
Step 3
In a shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 4
Carefully add the doughnuts to the hot oil, a few at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5
Remove the doughnuts with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the doughnut holes, frying them for about 1 minute total.
Step 6
While the doughnuts are still warm, toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
Step 7
If desired, you can dust the doughnuts lightly with powdered sugar for an extra layer of sweetness.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious homemade doughnuts!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1288.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 7251.4 |
| Total Fat 683.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 113.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 403.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3760.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 318.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 146.4g | |
| Protein 24.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 212.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 343.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories