Glazed Doughnut Recipe

Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned glazed doughnut? These sweet treats are an absolute delight and always manage to bring a smile. They’re perfect for breakfast, a quick snack, or a dessert after a lovely dinner. Heck, they’re even great for those middle-of-the-night cravings when you want something quick, sweet, and tasty.

You’d be surprised at how much the homemade version of these bad boys outdo the shop-bought ones. Making them at home gives you the liberty to customize their sweetness to your liking. Plus, it’s quite fun to get your hands dirty in the kitchen every once in a while, don’t you think? In this recipe, we’ll be using a simple yet phenomenal glaze that will have you and your loved ones licking their fingers!

All in all, these glazed doughnuts are easy to whip up and absolutely delicious. They’re sugar, spice and everything nice! They are worth every second you spend making them.

• Prep Time: 2 hours (including dough rise time)
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: About 12 doughnuts
• Yield: 12 glazed doughnuts

Let’s jump right into the kitchen and start BAKING!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 yeast packet
• 2 large eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• Oil for deep frying
• For the Glaze: 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, 3-4 tablespoons milk

Equipment: mixer, fryer or thick-bottomed pan, doughnut cutter

The yeast is vital as it helps the dough rise and achieve a fluffy texture. The glaze, apart from giving a delightful sweetness, serves to keep the doughnut moist. If you’re not fond of too much sweetness, you can always cut down on the confectioners’ sugar in the glaze.

How To Make Glazed Doughnuts?

1. First, warm the milk and mix in the yeast. Set it aside for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In the meantime, in a mixer, combine sugar, salt, eggs, and butter. Add in the yeast mixture and mix.
3. Gradually add in the flour and knead until the dough is smooth – approximately 10 minutes. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for about 1.5 hours.
4. After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface and cut out doughnut shapes with a doughnut cutter. Let these sit for about 30 mins.
5. Once ready, heat your oil. Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on each side. Place on paper towels to drain off any excess oil.
6. While the doughnuts are cooling slightly, prepare your glaze by mixing the confectioners’ sugar with milk. Dip the doughnuts in the glaze while still warm, then set aside to let the glaze harden.

Tips For The Best Results

• Ensure your yeast is fresh for the dough to rise properly.
• The temperature of the oil is key. It must be hot enough to cook the doughnuts but not so hot that it burns them.

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer. Refrain from storing in the refrigerator as it tends to dry them out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use wholewheat flour for this recipe?
A: You can, but the texture and taste will differ from the all-purpose flour doughnuts.

Q: Can I substitute milk in the recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute milk with almond milk or oat milk.

Q: What can I use if I don’t have a doughnut cutter?
A: You can use a round biscuit cutter and use a smaller one to cut out the middle.

Q: Can I bake these doughnuts instead?
A: Yes, you can bake them at 375 degrees F for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Q: How long do they keep?
A: They are best consumed within 2 days, but can be stored for up to a week.

Nutritional Facts of Glazed Doughnuts

Each doughnut packed with sweetness and joy contains 254 calories, 4g of protein, 31g of carbohydrates, 12g of fat, 7g of saturated fat, 35mg of cholesterol, 173mg of sodium, 9g of sugar, and 1g of dietary fiber.

There you have it folks! Delicious homemade glazed doughnuts that you can make from the comfort of your home. Nothing beats enjoying a freshly glazed doughnut with a warm cup of coffee or milk. Go ahead and give this recipe a whirl, and let your kitchen be filled with the delightful scent of fresh doughnuts!