Divine Delights: Homemade Delicious Doughnuts Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Doughnuts:

• 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water (around 110°F)
• 3/4 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the frothy yeast mixture, warm milk, sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg.
3. Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for kneading.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
6. Once risen, gently punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
7. Use a doughnut cutter or two differently sized round cutters (one larger for the doughnut, one smaller for the hole) to cut out doughnut shapes. Place the cut doughnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each one.
8. Cover the doughnuts with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes until they puff up.
9. Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place a few doughnuts into the hot oil, frying for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown.
10. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried doughnuts onto a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
11. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth in a shallow bowl.
12. Dip each doughnut into the glaze while they’re still warm, coating them evenly. Place the glazed doughnuts back onto the wire rack to set the glaze.

Serving:

Enjoy these Homemade Delicious Doughnuts while they’re fresh and warm. Indulge in their pillowy softness and sweet glaze for a delightful breakfast or a sweet treat anytime!