Description
Indulge in these deliciously soft and fluffy glazed yeast doughnuts, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup scalded milk
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
- ¼ cup warm water
- 4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (Optional)
- ⅓ cup butter or margarine
- 2 eggs
- beaten
- oil for deep frying
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 6 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the scalded milk, sugar, and salt. Allow to cool to lukewarm, then sprinkle the yeast over the warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Once the yeast is bubbly, combine it with the milk mixture. Add the flour, nutmeg (if using), and melted butter, followed by the beaten eggs. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and roll out to about ½ inch thick. Cut into doughnut shapes and place on a floured baking sheet. Allow to rise again for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry the doughnuts until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, whisk together confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth. Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze and let set on a wire rack.
Notes
Make sure the oil temperature is right for even frying. You can add different flavors to the glaze for variety.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
Keywords: Glazed Yeast Doughnuts, doughnut recipe, yeast doughnuts, dessert, American dessert