Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 quarts vegetable oil, for frying
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special Equipment Needed:
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Dutch oven
- Wire rack
- Doughnut cutter
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
3. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth.
5. Roll the dough out to ¼-inch thickness and use a doughnut cutter to cut out the doughnuts.
6. Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
7. Carefully add the doughnuts to the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Remove the doughnuts from the oil and place on a wire rack to cool.
9. To make the glaze, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
10. Dip the cooled doughnuts in the glaze and place back on the wire rack to set.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes 12 doughnuts
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: gluten-free flour blend
- Vegetable oil: melted coconut oil
- Whole milk: almond milk
Variations:
- Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough for a cinnamon-sugar doughnut
- Add ½ cup of cocoa powder to the dough for a chocolate doughnut
- Add ½ cup of chopped nuts to the dough for a nutty doughnut
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the doughnuts. If it’s not hot enough, the doughnuts will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- To make sure the doughnuts are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of the doughnut. If it comes out clean, the doughnuts are done.
Storage Instructions:
Store the doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the doughnuts in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes, or until warmed through.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the doughnuts on a platter with fresh berries and mint leaves
- Place the doughnuts in a basket lined with a linen napkin
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle the doughnuts with chopped nuts
- Drizzle the doughnuts with melted chocolate
- Top the doughnuts with a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar
Pairings:
- Serve the doughnuts with a cup of hot coffee
- Enjoy the doughnuts with a glass of cold milk
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the doughnuts are too greasy, make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the doughnuts.
- If the doughnuts are too dry, add a bit more milk to the dough.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the doughnuts. If it’s not hot enough, the doughnuts will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Make sure to use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature of the oil.
Food History:
Doughnuts have been around for centuries, with the first recorded recipe appearing in the 18th century.
Flavor Profiles:
The doughnuts have a sweet, vanilla flavor with a hint of nuttiness from the nuts, if added.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the doughnuts with a cup of hot coffee
- Enjoy the doughnuts with a glass of cold milk
- Top the doughnuts with a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar
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