How to Make Easy Homemade Doughnuts - A Step-by-Step Guide

There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of biting into a warm, homemade doughnut. The combination of a soft, pillowy interior and a slightly crisp exterior is simply irresistible. Luckily, making your own doughnuts at home is easier than you might think. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen tools, you can whip up a batch of fresh, delicious doughnuts in no time. Whether you are hosting a brunch, celebrating a special occasion, or just craving a sweet treat, these eas...

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Ingredients

  • ⅜ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons shortening
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 quart oil for deep frying
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 18

  • Stir together milk and vinegar; let stand for a few minutes until thick.
  • Cream together sugar and shortening in a mixing bowl until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla until well-blended. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; stir into sugar mixture alternating with milk mixture.
  • Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/3-inch thickness. Cut into donuts using a donut cutter. Let stand for about 10 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large, deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry donuts in hot oil in batches until golden, turning over once, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Dust with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm and serve.
  • Nutrition

    148 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 74mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 27mg