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Golden homemade fluffy doughnuts with glossy glaze arranged on white plate showing perfect pillowy texture
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Homemade Fluffy Doughnuts

Making homemade fluffy doughnuts fills your kitchen with the sweet aroma of fresh-baked goodness and creates memories that last a lifetime. These pillowy-soft treats rival any bakery creation with their tender crumb and golden exterior.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk (110°F) whole milk works best
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Frying & Glaze
  • 6-8 cups vegetable oil for frying, high smoke point
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup milk for glaze
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for glaze

Method
 

  1. 1. Activate the Yeast: Warm milk to 110°F. Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Stir gently and let sit 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. 2. Mix the Dough: Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla to the yeast mixture. Whisk to combine. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing into a soft dough.
  3. 3. Knead: Turn dough onto a floured surface. Knead 5-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. 4. First Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place 60-120 minutes until doubled.
  5. 5. Shape Donuts: Roll dough to ½-inch thickness. Cut with donut cutter. Place on trays, cover, and let rise 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  6. 6. Fry: Heat oil to 375°F. Fry donuts 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  7. 7. Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Dip warm donuts in glaze and place on wire rack to set.

Notes

Temperature control is crucial—use a thermometer for oil temperature. Don’t skip the second rise, and fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
Nutrition Information
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 8g
  • Protein: 7g