Homemade Glazed Donuts
Nothing beats the smell of fresh donuts cooking in your kitchen. These Homemade Glazed Donuts are fluffy, sweet, and simply irresistible! You can whip them up for a special breakfast, a weekend treat, or whenever you’re craving something sweet. Let’s dive into how to make them!
Why Make This Recipe
These donuts are not just tasty; they’re also a fun way to spend time with family! Making donuts at home gives you the chance to enjoy fresh treats while creating memories together. Plus, you’ll impress everyone with your baking skills!
How to Make Homemade Glazed Donuts
Ingredients:
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- ¾ cup warm water
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2½ to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- ¼ cup milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
- ½ teaspoon butter extract (for glaze)
Directions:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it gets foamy.
- Stir in the sugar, salt, melted butter, egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Gradually add 2½ cups of flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-10 minutes. Add more flour if it’s sticky, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a towel. Let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick and cut out donut shapes using a donut cutter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry the donuts in batches for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Once done, remove the donuts and let them drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and butter extract until smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set.
How to Serve Homemade Glazed Donuts
These donuts are perfect warm or at room temperature. Serve them on a beautiful plate and sprinkle a little extra powdered sugar on top for a special touch. Enjoy them with coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk!
How to Store Homemade Glazed Donuts
If you have leftovers, store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. You can also freeze them for later. Just make sure to place parchment paper between the donuts so they don’t stick together!
Tips to Make Homemade Glazed Donuts
- Make sure your yeast is fresh for the best rise.
- Don’t skip the resting time; it helps create fluffy donuts.
- Use a thermometer to check the oil temperature for frying.
- Feel free to add sprinkles on top of the glaze for some fun!
Variation
Want to mix things up? Try adding chocolate or maple glaze instead of the classic glaze. You can even add fillings like jam or cream for a delightful surprise!
FAQs
Q: Can I use active dry yeast instead of instant yeast?
A: Yes, you can. Just remember to activate it in warm water before mixing it with the other ingredients.
Q: How can I tell if the donuts are cooked properly?
A: They should be golden brown on the outside. You can also use a toothpick; it should come out clean when inserted.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare the dough the night before and let it rise in the fridge. Just bring it back to room temperature before frying.
Homemade Glazed Donuts
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast Make sure it's fresh for the best rise.
- ¾ cup warm water Should be warm, not hot.
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter Melted.
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2½ to 3 cups all-purpose flour Start with 2½ cups, add more if needed.
- Vegetable oil For frying.
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk For the glaze.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon butter extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it gets foamy.
- Stir in the sugar, salt, melted butter, egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Gradually add 2½ cups of flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a towel. Let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
Cooking
- Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick and cut out donut shapes using a donut cutter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry the donuts in batches for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Once done, remove the donuts and let them drain on paper towels.
Glazing
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and butter extract until smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set.
