How to Make Best Cake Doughnuts - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of doughnuts, you know that there's nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a freshly made, perfectly glazed cake doughnut. The crispy exterior gives way to a soft, tender center that's bursting with flavor. And the best part? You can make these delicious treats right in your own kitchen with this recipe for the best cake doughnuts.

These cake doughnuts are a timeless classic that have been enjoyed for generations. Whether you're making them for a special occasion o...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 dash ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 quart oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 doughnuts

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Mix in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk and egg until smooth.
  • Knead lightly, then turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with a doughnut cutter, or use two round biscuit cutters of different sizes.
  • Lay doughnuts in hot oil, a few at a time. Do not overcrowd the pan, or oil may overflow. Fry, turning once, until golden, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    202 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 302mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 45mg