Glazed Doughnuts
This easy glazed doughnuts recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Glazed Doughnuts
This easy glazed doughnuts recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Ingredients
Method
- In a jug combine warmed milk and yeast, mix and let it foam up for 5-10 minutes.
- In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a hook attachment, stir together flour, sugar, salt, and nutmeg.
- Add melted shortening and egg to milk and yeast and mix to combine.
- Add mixture to the flour mixture, mix on low until the dough comes together, increase speed to medium-high and mix for 5-7 minutes.
- Grease bowl with oil and add dough, brush the top of the dough and cover with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel and let it rise for one and a half to two hours.
- Sprinkle a little bit of flour in your work surface and roll out dough to 1/2 inch thick, cut donuts with a round cutter and cut a hole in the center.
- Place donuts in a baking sheet, cover, and let it rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Make the donuts glaze by combining all the glaze ingredients together.
- Once donuts doubled again, start frying them on hot oil over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove from oil and place them on a cooling rack.
- Dip each donut in the glaze allowing the excess glaze to drip off.
- Allow glaze to set and enjoy.
Tips for the Best Glazed Doughnuts
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking glazed doughnuts.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
