Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
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In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
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Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Cover dough and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out donuts using a donut cutter or two round cookie cutters (one large, one small for the hole).
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Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C).
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Fry donuts in batches, about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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Drain on paper towels and let cool slightly.
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For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
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Dip each donut into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place on a wire rack to set.
Bite into these pillowy-soft homemade donuts and let the sweet vanilla glaze melt on your tongue – it’s a little ring of breakfast heaven that’ll make you wonder why you ever settled for store-bought! Whether it’s a special weekend treat or a delightful surprise for loved ones, these donuts are sure to bring smiles and sticky fingers to your kitchen.
