How to Make Glazed Mashed Potato Doughnuts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love a good doughnut? These Glazed Mashed Potato Doughnuts are a unique twist on the classic treat, and they're sure to be a hit at your next brunch or dessert gathering. Made with creamy mashed potatoes, these doughnuts are soft, moist, and incredibly delicious. And the best part? They're surprisingly easy to make!

These doughnuts are perfect for anyone looking to add a little something special to their baking repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting o...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • 1 cup milk, scalded
  • ¼ cup shortening
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup mashed potatoes
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, or more as needed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar
  • 6 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 doughnuts

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water.
  • Meanwhile, combine scalded milk, shortening, sugar, and salt in another bowl. Cool until lukewarm, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir yeast mixture, mashed potatoes, and eggs into the milk mixture. Gradually add enough flour to make a soft dough.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Knead until smooth. Place in a lightly greased bowl; turn over to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Roll dough out to a 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into doughnuts with a cookie cutter.
  • Cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water for glaze until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fry doughnuts in the hot oil, working in batches if needed, until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Dip doughnuts in glaze or drizzle over top.
  • Nutrition

    211 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 128mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 70mg