Simple donuts
Simple and fluffy donuts: the perfect dessert for any occasion
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 10-15 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Number of servings: 20-25 donuts
Who can resist a serving of freshly fried donuts dusted with powdered sugar? This simple donut recipe is easy to make and offers a delicious dessert, perfect for a weekend brunch or an evening with friends. Follow the steps below carefully and discover how to achieve fluffy and flavorful donuts.
Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup of warm milk
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 25 g of fresh yeast
- Flour (about 500 g, as needed)
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Oil for frying (enough to cover the donuts in the pan)
- Powdered sugar for decoration
Step 1: Preparing the yeast
The first step in getting delicious donuts is preparing the yeast. In a small bowl, mix 25 g of yeast with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of warm milk, and 1 tablespoon of flour. Cover the bowl with a towel and let it sit in a warm place for 10 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy. This step is essential to activate the yeast, which will make your donuts fluffy and airy.
Step 2: Preparing the dough
In a large bowl, beat the 3 eggs and add the warm milk, the remaining sugar, the activated yeast, vanilla sugar, and lemon zest. Mix the ingredients well, then gradually add flour, mixing until you obtain a firmer but elastic dough. Use a spatula or your hands to knead the dough. It is important for the dough to be slightly sticky but not too soft.
Step 3: Letting it rise
Place the dough in a bowl greased with a little oil, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour - 1 hour and a half, until it doubles in volume. This step is crucial for achieving fluffy donuts.
Step 4: Shaping the donuts
After the dough has risen, divide it into two equal parts. On a floured work surface, roll each portion of dough into a sheet about 1 cm thick. Use a glass or a cutter to cut out the donuts and shape them. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper and let them rise for another 10 minutes.
Step 5: Frying the donuts
In a deep pan, heat the oil until it reaches 180°C. It is important for the oil to be hot enough to achieve even and crispy frying. When the oil is ready, fry the donuts on each side for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn golden. Remove them onto a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
Step 6: Serving
Once the donuts have cooled slightly, dust them generously with powdered sugar. These simple donuts are delicious served warm, but they can also be stored to be enjoyed later. You can personalize them with various flavors by adding, for example, cocoa to the dough or orange essential oil.
Serving suggestion: Serve the donuts with fruit jam, melted chocolate, or a scoop of ice cream to create a decadent dessert. You can also experiment with fillings, such as vanilla cream or chocolate pudding.
With this simple donut recipe, you will enjoy a quick and tasty dessert that will delight everyone who tastes it. Don't forget to share this recipe with your cooking enthusiast friends!
Ingredients: 3 eggs, 1 cup of milk, half a cup of sugar, 25 g of yeast, flour as needed, vanilla sugar, grated lemon peel, oil for frying, powdered sugar
