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Homemade Glazed Donuts
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Homemade Glazed Donuts

Course: Breakfast
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes

Indulge in the delightful simplicity of freshly made glazed donuts with this easy-to-follow recipe! These classic treats boast a fluffy, airy texture and a sweet vanilla glaze that’s utterly irresistible.
Begin by preparing a dough enriched with butter, milk, eggs, and yeast, creating a smooth and elastic base. After a period of proofing and chilling, the dough is rolled out, cut into those iconic donut shapes, and left to rise once more until beautifully puffy.
Meanwhile, whip up a luscious vanilla glaze that perfectly complements the warm, golden donuts. Once fried to a perfect crisp and golden brown, these heavenly pastries are dunked into the sweet glaze, coating each one in a sugary embrace.
The result? Donuts that are not just a visual delight but also an exquisite treat for your taste buds. Each bite is a perfect balance of fluffy dough and sugary sweetness, sure to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your mornings.
Whether shared with loved ones over breakfast or savored as a delightful snack, these homemade glazed donuts offer a taste of pure comfort and satisfaction. Enjoy them fresh and warm for the ultimate culinary delight!

Ingredients

  • FOR THE DONUTS:

  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 (1/4-ounce) packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 2 quarts canola or peanut oil, for deep frying

  • Classic Vanilla Glaze:

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

  • 2 cups powdered sugar (10 ounces)

  • 1/4 cup whole milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Equipment:

  • Measuring cups and spoons

  • Stand mixer

  • Large mixing bowl

  • Doughnut cutter or a 3- and 1-inch circle cutter

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven

  • Deep fry/candy thermometer

  • Tongs, wooden chopsticks, or spider

  • Wire rack

  • Medium mixing bowl

  • 2 baking sheets

Directions

  • Prep the Ingredients: Melt 1 stick unsalted butter and warm 1 cup whole milk.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  • Mix the Dough: Whisk in the melted butter and 2 eggs into the yeast mixture.
  • Add 4 cups all-purpose flour and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Knead with a mixer until smooth.
  • Refrigerate the Dough: Shape the dough into a ball, cover, and refrigerate for 8 to 12 hours or let rise at room temperature for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Roll and Cut the Dough: Roll out the dough and cut into rounds using a doughnut cutter or circle cutter. Let them rise for at least 30 minutes.
  • Make the Glaze: In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Keep warm.
  • Heat the Oil: Heat 2 quarts of canola or peanut oil in a pot to 355 to 365ºF.
  • Fry the Doughnuts: Fry doughnuts in batches until golden brown (about 1 1/2 minutes per side). Drain excess oil on a rack.
  • Glaze the Doughnuts: Dip the warm doughnuts in the glaze, coating them entirely. Let them rest on a rack to set the glaze for 3 minutes.
  • Fry and Glaze the Doughnut Holes: Fry the holes, transfer to a rack, and glaze after cooling for 1 minute.
  • Enjoy these homemade glazed donuts fresh out of the fryer!

Notes

  • Storage: Doughnuts are best eaten on the day they’re made. Glazed doughnuts can keep well loosely covered for 24 hours