Homemade Doughnuts: Fluffy, Golden, and Irresistibly Delicious!

1. Make the Dough
In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.

Add warm milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.

Knead for 5 mins (by hand or mixer) until smooth and elastic.

2. First Rise
Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour (or until doubled).

3. Shape & Cut
Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness.

Use a doughnut cutter (or a glass + shot glass for the hole).

Let shaped doughnuts rest 10 mins while heating oil.

4. Fry (or Bake!)
Frying Method:
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts 1-2 mins per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.

Baking Method:
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 mins on a parchment-lined tray.

5. Top & Enjoy!
Dip warm doughnuts in glaze, cinnamon sugar, or your favorite topping.

Pro Tips for Perfect Doughnuts

🔥 Oil temp too low? Doughnuts absorb oil. Too high? They burn. Use a thermometer!
🍩 No cutter? Shape into doughnut holes or twists.
🧊 Make ahead? Freeze unfried doughnuts for up to 1 month.
🍫 Filled doughnuts? Inject with jam or custard after frying.

Serving Suggestions

☕ With coffee – The ultimate pairing.
🎉 Brunch centerpiece – Stack on a cake stand.
🍓 Fruit dip – Serve with strawberry sauce.

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