How to Make Old-Fashioned Donuts in Easy Steps

Craving that perfect donut? Our Old-Fashioned Donut recipe is what you need. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and you'll have a delicious treat in no time.

Donuts are always a hit, but they're especially popular during holidays and brunch gatherings. Speaking of treats, if you're a fan of baked goods, you might also enjoy our Spicy Chocolate Cake or Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.

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Ingredients

• Eggs
• Sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Melted butter
• Flour
• Baking powder
• Milk
• Shortening

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Instructions for Old-Fashioned Donut

Prep the Dough

Combine eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add in the melted butter and vanilla.

Add Dry Ingredients

Mix flour and baking powder. Add it to the wet mix in parts, alternating with milk.

Chill the Dough

Wrap the dough and put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Cut Donuts

Roll out the chilled dough. Cut circles and holes using cookie cutters.

Frying

Heat shortening in a pan to 350°F. Fry the donuts until golden.

Enjoy

Cool the fried donuts on a rack. Serve and enjoy.

Hint: For extra fluffy donuts, make sure to whip the eggs and sugar really well. This adds air and lightness.

Substitutions

For a dairy-free version, use almond milk instead of regular milk.

Variations

Add cinnamon sugar or glaze the donuts for added flavor.

Equipment

A hand mixer and cookie cutters are helpful. No hand mixer? A whisk works fine, just takes more effort.

Storage

Store in an airtight container. Freeze in a zip-lock bag for up to a month.

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Learn how to make classic Old-Fashioned Donuts. Follow easy steps for tasty results! Your go-to guide for a timeless treat.

• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Yield: 12 donuts 1x

Ingredients

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2 Eggs

200g Sugar

5ml Vanilla Extract

45g Melted Butter

480g to 550g Flour

2 tsp Baking Powder

240ml Milk

2 blocks of Shortening (900g)

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Instructions

Step 1- The Dough

1. Whisk eggs and sugar until fluffy.
2. Add melted butter and vanilla.
3. Mix 480g flour and baking powder.
4. Add a third of flour mix to egg mix.
5. Mix a bit.
6. Add half the milk.
7. Add another third of flour.
8. Add remaining milk.
9. Add remaining flour.
10. Dough should be sticky but firm.
11. Add more flour to get the right feel.
12. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step 2- Cutting the Donuts

1. Take dough out of the fridge.
2. Roll it out.
3. Cut circles with a cookie cutter.
4. Cut holes with a small cutter.
5. Reroll extra dough.
6. Put donuts on a tray and holes in a bowl.

Step 3 - Frying

1. Put shortening in a pan.
2. Heat to 350°F.
3. Fry a few donuts.
4. Flip after 40 seconds.
5. Fry another 30-40 seconds.
6. Drain on cooling rack.
7. Fry the rest.
8. Cool and eat or freeze for later.

• Author: Sandrine Pearson
• Prep Time: 45 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Food safety

• Always use a food thermometer