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Easy Homemade Glazed Donuts

Easy Homemade Glazed Donuts

Easy Homemade Glazed Donuts are delightful pastries with an airy, tender crumb and a sweet, vanilla-infused glaze. They are an excellent homemade alternative to store-bought options, allowing for customization and healthier ingredient choices.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 donuts servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ cups All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast
  • ½ teaspoon Fine sea salt
  • ½ cup Whole milk
  • ¼ cup Water
  • 2 large Eggs
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 6-8 cups Vegetable oil
  • 2 cups Confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ cup Whole milk (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • Pinch of Salt (for glaze)

Method
 

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, warm water, and a pinch of granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it stand until foamy.
  2. In the stand mixer, add the activated yeast mixture, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix on low and gradually add flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on medium-low speed for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Proof the dough in a greased bowl covered with plastic wrap for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Punch down the dough, roll to ½-inch thickness, and cut out donuts and holes.
  6. Proof the cut donuts for another 30-45 minutes on parchment-lined sheets until puffy.
  7. Heat oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry donuts until golden brown on both sides.
  8. Drain fried donuts on a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth and dip each warm donut in glaze.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh for proper activation. Keep oil temperature consistent while frying.