Munkki (Finnish Donuts)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds well.

Mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl.

Add flour, cardamom, salt, melted butter, beaten egg, and lemon juice to the mixture.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if necessary to keep it slightly sticky.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface.

Cut out doughnut shapes using a cutter or glass.

Let the cut dough rise for another 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a deep pot to 180°C (350°F).

Fry the doughnuts in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Coat with sugar and cinnamon mixture while warm.

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