Bakery Style Donuts Recipe | Doughnuts | how to make donuts at home

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and is lower in saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water reduces cost.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

Activate yeast in warm milk with sugar until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Mix flour, powdered sugar, milk powder, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl.

Add egg, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla essence to the flour mixture.

Pour in the activated yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick and cut into donut shapes.

Place cut donuts on a floured baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Heat oil for frying to 350°F (175°C).

Fry donuts in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Remove donuts and drain on paper towels.

Dip in chocolate glaze or dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon.

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