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Fluffy Soft Donuts Recipe

Fluffy Soft Donuts Recipe
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Learn how to make light, airy, and irresistibly delicious fluffy soft donuts at home with this simple recipe. These homemade donuts are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat any time of day.

Ingredients

Doughnuts:

  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk (about 105–110°F / 40–43°C)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 to 3½ cups all-purpose flour (add gradually)
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Simple Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk (or more for thinner glaze)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk, 1 tsp sugar, and yeast. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make dough: In a large bowl (or mixer), combine sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Add the foamy yeast mixture. Gradually mix in flour — start with 3 cups, then add a little more as needed. Knead until dough is smooth and slightly tacky (about 8–10 minutes).
  3. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape donuts: Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to about ½-inch thick. Cut out donuts using a round cutter (and a smaller one for holes). Place on parchment squares, cover, and let rise again for 30–45 minutes — they should look puffy.
  5. Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  6. Coat or glaze: For sugar donuts: roll warm donuts in granulated sugar. For glazed donuts: dip in simple glaze (below) while still slightly warm.

Notes

  • For best results, serve the donuts fresh and warm.
  • Experiment with different glazes or toppings for a variety of flavors.

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