If you’ve ever dreamed of sinking your teeth into a warm, soft, sugar-coated doughnut that tastes like it came straight from a bakery (or grandma’s kitchen), this recipe is your new best friend.
These Sugar Fluffy Doughnuts are light, airy, and perfectly sweet. Fried to golden perfection and tossed in a crunchy sugar coating, they’re everything you love about classic doughnuts—made from scratch, right at home.
Why You’ll Fall in Love With These Doughnuts
- Soft and fluffy inside, with a light golden crust
- Coated in sugar for that classic old-fashioned flavor
- No fancy equipment needed—just a bowl, a pan, and a little love
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack anytime
- Make-ahead friendly and freezer-friendly
These are the kind of doughnuts that disappear in minutes, with everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients – Simple Pantry Staples
Yield: About 12–15 doughnuts
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1–2 hours rising time)
Cook Time: 2–3 minutes per doughnut
Dough:
- 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
- 3 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (120ml) warm milk
- ¼ cup (60ml) warm water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Frying:
- Neutral oil (like canola, vegetable, or sunflower oil)
For Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- Optional: a pinch of cinnamon for cinnamon-sugar doughnuts