Quick & Simple Donut Recipe

Quick & Simple Donut Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 packet of instant yeast
• 1 cup of warm milk
• 1/4 cup of melted butter
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp of salt
• Oil for frying

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk with the granulated sugar and instant yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. Add in the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
3. Gradually incorporate the flour into the wet ingredients until a sticky dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or a glass to cut out donut shapes.
7. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (180°C).
8. Carefully place the donuts in the hot oil and fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
9. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
10. Coat the warm donuts in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar or top them with your favorite frosting.
11. Enjoy these fluffy and delicious homemade donuts!
    Tips:

• Make sure the milk is warm but not too hot to kill the yeast.
• Do not overcrowd the fryer or pot when frying the donuts to ensure they cook evenly.
• Feel free to get creative with different toppings and glazes for your donuts.
  Prep time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  Calories: 220 per donut