Easy Twisted Donuts Recipe
These Easy Twisted Donuts are a delightful treat that’s perfect for a weekend breakfast or as a special snack. They are fluffy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and coated with a sweet sugary finish. You won’t believe how simple and fun they are to make!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 10-12 donuts
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet yeast (about 2 ¼ tsp)
- 3 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter (soft)
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup warm milk
- Oil for frying
Coating:
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Leave it for 5 minutes until foamy. Add egg, butter, and salt. Slowly add flour and knead until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour.
- Shape the Donuts: Punch down the dough and divide into pieces. Roll each into a rope, twist two together, and pinch the ends. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Fry the Donuts: Heat oil, fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides.
- Coat and Serve: Roll the hot donuts in sugar or cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize the coating by using powdered sugar, chocolate glaze, or sprinkles.
- Ensure the oil is at the right temperature to avoid greasy donuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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