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Glazed Donuts

Glazed Donuts

Soft, fluffy yeast-raised donuts fried until golden and dipped in a smooth vanilla sugar glaze.Classic bakery-style donuts made fresh at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Dough:
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • ¾ cup warm milk 110°F / 43°C
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Oil for frying
  • For the Glaze:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add eggs and melted butter to yeast mixture. Gradually mix in flour and salt until dough forms.
  3. Transfer to a floured surface and knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1½ hours until doubled in size.
  5. Roll dough to ½-inch thickness. Cut into donut shapes using cutter.
  6. Place donuts on parchment-lined tray. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
  7. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  8. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Dip warm donuts into glaze. Place on wire rack to set.

Notes

  • Ensure milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing yeast.
  • Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best results.
  • Do not overcrowd frying pan.
  • Dip donuts while slightly warm for perfect glaze coating.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 2 days.