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Doughnuts

Cultural Context

Doughnuts have a rich history, believed to have originated in the 19th century in the United States, evolving from European recipes. They became a staple in American culture, often associated with coffee shops and breakfast. Today, doughnuts are celebrated worldwide, with countless variations and flavors, from classic glazed to gourmet creations, making them a beloved treat for all ages.

AmericanUSdessert
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
2 teaspoons yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons oil
powdered sugar for decoration
extra flour for rolling surface

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories significantly.

1

Measure 2 cups of all-purpose flour using a glass.

2

Crack 2 eggs into a bowl.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of yeast to the mixture.

4

Add 1/4 cup of sugar to the bowl.

5

Pour in 1 cup of milk.

6

Add 3 tablespoons of oil to the mixture.

7

Mix all ingredients together until combined.

8

Knead the dough until soft for about 7 minutes.

9

Grease a bowl and place the dough inside, covering it with a kitchen towel.

10

Let the dough rest in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 2 hours.

11

Once doubled, punch down the dough and knead it lightly.

12

Use a glass or donut cutter to cut out donut shapes from the dough.

13

Remove excess dough from around the donuts.

14

Let the cut donuts rest for about 1 hour.

15

Heat oil in a pan over medium-low heat.

16

Carefully place the donuts in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

17

Fry until golden brown on one side, then flip to cook the other side.

18

Once cooked, place the donuts on a kitchen tissue to absorb excess oil.

19

Roll the warm donuts in powdered sugar for decoration.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

kitchen towelglass for measuringpan for frying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

DonutsDoughnuts

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