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Homemade Glazed Doughnuts

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This Homemade Glazed Doughnuts recipe creates soft, fluffy doughnuts with a sweet, glossy glaze. These doughnuts are perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat any time of the day. They are made from scratch, fried to perfection, and coated in a delicious vanilla glaze.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Ingredients

For the Doughnuts:
– 1 cup whole milk, warmed
– 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs, room temperature
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
– 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 tsp salt
– Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Glaze:
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 1/4 cup whole milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Yeast Mixture: In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the warmed milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

  2. Mix Dough: Add the granulated sugar, eggs, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed until combined. Gradually add the flour and salt, continuing to mix until a soft dough forms.

  3. Knead Dough: Increase the mixer speed to medium and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, a tablespoon at a time.

  4. First Rise: Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.

  5. Shape Doughnuts: Once risen, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters to cut out doughnuts and holes. Reroll the scraps and cut out more doughnuts as needed.

  6. Second Rise: Place the cut doughnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.

  7. Heat Oil: In a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to maintain the temperature.

  8. Fry Doughnuts: Carefully place a few doughnuts at a time into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or skimmer. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and transfer to a wire cooling rack placed over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil.

  9. Prepare Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  10. Glaze Doughnuts: While the doughnuts are still warm, dip each one into the glaze, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place them back on the wire rack to let the glaze set.

  11. Serve: Enjoy your delicious homemade glazed doughnuts fresh, or store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days.