Classic Homemade Doughnuts Recipe 🍩
Fluffy on the inside, golden on the outside, and irresistible all around—these classic homemade doughnuts are a timeless treat. Whether you’re making them for a weekend brunch or a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe delivers delicious doughnuts with minimal fuss.
🧾 Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 7 grams baker’s yeast (1 standard packet)
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk (not hot)
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar or glaze, for topping (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
• In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy—this activates the yeast.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add the egg, softened butter, and the activated yeast mixture.
• Mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• Punch down the dough, then roll it out on a floured surface to about ½-inch thick. Use a doughnut cutter or two different-sized round cutters to shape the doughnuts.
• Place shaped doughnuts on a tray, cover loosely, and let them rise again for 20–30 minutes.
• Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels. While still warm, dust with powdered sugar, dip in glaze, or roll in cinnamon sugar, as desired.
⏱️ Quick Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Rise Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: About 12 doughnuts
🍩 Topping Ideas
- Vanilla glaze with sprinkles
- Chocolate glaze
- Cinnamon sugar
- Powdered sugar
