Nothing beats the joy of fresh, homemade doughnuts! These doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and can be customized with your favorite glazes and toppings. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe!
Why Make Homemade Doughnuts?
Homemade doughnuts are fresher and more satisfying than store-bought options, plus you can experiment with flavors and toppings to create your perfect treat!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- ½ cup milk (warm)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Glaze:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Rolling pin
- Doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters
- Deep fryer or large pot
- Slotted spoon
- Cooling rack