How to Make Doughnuts

in #how8 years ago (edited)

Doughnuts are available in all shapes and sizes. they're the proper thanks to treat yourself on a lazy weekend, or to delight in a baking journey. boughten doughnuts ar nice, however home-brewed ones ar even higher. Here ar 3 distinctive doughnut recipes to whet your craving. Enjoy!
Prep time (Fried Glazed): two hours, 30 minutes
Cook time: quarter-hour
Total time: two hours, 45 minutes

Ingredients
Ingredients for deep-fried Glazed Donuts
2 (.25 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast
¼ cup warm water (105-115°F or 40-45℃)
1½ cups lukewarm milk
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
⅓ cup shortening
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 quart (1 liter) vegetable oil for frying

For glaze:
⅓ cup butter
2 cups confectioner's sugar
1½ teaspoons vanilla
4 tablespoons hot water or as needed
Ingredients for Baked Glazed Donuts
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon flavorer
1 tablespoon shortening (or 2 tablespoons melted butter)

For glaze:
1 cup confectioner's sugar
2 tablespoons hot water
½ teaspoon almond extract
Ingredients for Canadian Fried Dough
½ cup warm water (110° F or 45° C)
5 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 pinch white sugar
1 cup heat milk (110° F or 45° C)
⅓ cup white sugar
1½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 crushed eggs
⅓ cup oil
5 cups wholemeal flour, divided
1 quart oil for sauteing

For dusting:
2 cups white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to style