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Perfect Sugar Donuts Recipe

Perfect Sugar Donuts Recipe

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Learn how to make the most delicious and perfect sugar donuts right at home. These fluffy, sweet treats are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients:

  • 1 cup whole milk (warm)
  • 2½ tsp dry active yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Frying:

  • Corn oil

Instructions

  1. Let the yeast mixture froth up – In a large measuring cup, combine warm milk, dry active yeast, and granulated sugar. Whisk and let it froth for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Add all dough ingredients into your stand mixer – Combine flour, sugar, salt, butter, eggs, vanilla, and frothy yeast. Mix until dough forms.
  3. Let the dough rise – Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled.
  4. Roll, cut, and rise the dough again – Roll out dough, cut into circles, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Fry the donuts and cover in sugar – Heat oil, fry donuts until golden, then coat in granulated sugar.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for frying.
  • Do not overcrowd the pot when frying the donuts.
  • These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container.

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