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Old Fashioned Donuts

Cultural Context

Old fashioned donuts are a classic American treat, often enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack. Their unique texture comes from the use of baking powder instead of yeast, making them denser and cake-like. These donuts are typically glazed or dusted with sugar and have been a staple in American bakeries since the early 20th century, reflecting the country's love for sweet fried pastries.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
cake flour
sugar
baking powder
salt
2 large egg yolks
sour cream
butter
vegetable oil

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

1

Cream butter and sugar together in a stand mixer.

2

Add two large egg yolks one at a time to the mixture.

3

Mix dry ingredients (cake flour, baking powder, salt) separately.

4

Alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream to the mixer.

5

Mix until just combined to avoid tough donuts.

6

Chill the dough and roll it out between two sheets of parchment paper.

7

Cut out donut shapes using a floured cutter and a pastry tip for the center hole.

8

Prepare a pot with vegetable oil heated to the correct temperature for frying.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchillingfrying

Equipment Needed

stand mixerthermometercast iron potring cutterspastry tipoffset spatulaparchment paper

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Cake DonutsOld-Fashioned Cake Donuts

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