Glazed donuts are soft, fluffy, and covered in a shiny, sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast or as a treat, these donuts are easy to make at home with a few simple ingredients.
🍩 Ingredients (for 12 donuts)
For the donuts:
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 250 ml warm milk
- 80 g sugar
- 1 packet of active dry yeast (or 20 g fresh yeast)
- 2 eggs
- 60 g melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
For the glaze:
- 150 g powdered sugar
- 2 to 3 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🥄 Instructions for Donuts
1️⃣ Activate the yeast:
- In a small bowl, mix the yeast with about 50 ml of warm milk and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2️⃣ Prepare the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, the remaining milk, the eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Mix to form a smooth dough.
- Add the melted butter and knead the dough for about 5 to 10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
3️⃣ First rise:
- Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
4️⃣ Shape the donuts:
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1 cm thickness.
- Using a large cutter and a smaller cutter for the hole in the middle, cut out the donuts.
- Place the donuts on a parchment-lined baking tray.
5️⃣ Second rise:
- Let the donuts rest for about 30 minutes to allow them to rise slightly.
6️⃣ Frying the donuts:
- Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (350°F).
- Fry the donuts for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
🥄 Preparing the Glaze
- In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
- If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk to adjust the consistency.
✨ Glazing the Donuts
- Dip each warm donut into the glaze.
- Place the donuts on a wire rack or parchment paper to allow the glaze to set and harden.
🍩 Enjoy!
Your homemade glazed donuts are ready! These delicious treats are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. You can even customize the glaze by adding chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles for a fun twist!
Enjoy your homemade glazed donuts! 🍩
