Description
These Simple Sugar Coated Doughnuts are fluffy, golden, and delightfully coated in sweet granulated sugar. Perfectly soft on the inside with a crisp sugar crust, they’re a timeless treat ideal for breakfast or dessert. Keywords: Simple Sugar Coated Doughnuts, homemade doughnuts, classic sugar donuts, easy fried donuts
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons warm water (110°F)
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine yeast mixture, warm milk, sugar, salt, egg, butter, and 1 cup of flour. Mix until smooth. Gradually stir in remaining flour to form a soft dough.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into rounds using a doughnut cutter or two round cutters.
- Place doughnuts on a floured tray, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts in batches for about 1 minute per side or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, then toss warm doughnuts in granulated sugar to coat.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature for even cooking.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but they can be reheated briefly in the microwave.
- You can add a hint of cinnamon to the sugar for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
