Nana's Sweet Dough

Discover the timeless charm of Nana's Sweet Dough, a versatile and comforting recipe perfect for creating everything from tender dinner rolls to indulgent donuts. This lightly sweetened dough combines pantry staples like milk, sugar, and all-purpose flour with rich butter, eggs, and a hint of vanilla for a beautifully soft and aromatic base. With a hands-on kneading process and two gentle rises, this dough develops an irresistibly light and fluffy texture every time. Whether baked to golden perfection or fried to create decadent treats, Nana's Sweet Dough is the perfect foundation for your next baking adventure. Ideal for holiday gatherings or everyday indulgence, this recipe promises to bring warmth, nostalgia, and homemade goodness to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until it reaches about 110°F (lukewarm). Remove from heat and pour into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the sugar to the milk and stir until dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.

Step 3

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.

Step 4

Once the yeast mixture is active, add the melted butter, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Gradually stir in 2 cups of flour and the salt. Mix well with a spoon or spatula until a sticky dough forms.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1.5 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, kneading lightly until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and becomes soft and elastic. Add more flour if necessary, but avoid over-flouring.

Step 7

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 8

Place the dough into a greased bowl, turning once to coat the top with oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 9

Punch down the dough and shape it as desired (e.g., rolls, buns, or donut shapes). Place shaped dough on prepared baking sheets or pans. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Once the dough has risen again, bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Optional: Brush with melted butter or glaze while still warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(859.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2223.4

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 456.0mg	0%
Sodium 2610.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 387.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 63.3g
Protein 66.4g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 426.7mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 1126.6mg	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: 17.8%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 70.2%