Fluffy Homemade Doughnuts

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)

• 2 tbsp butter (softened)

• 7g baker’s yeast (1 packet, about 2¼ tsp)

• 5 tbsp sugar

• 1 cup warm milk (240ml)

• 1 large egg

• ½ tsp salt

• Oil (for frying)

• Sugar or glaze (for coating)

‍ Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast

   • In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar (1 tbsp from the total), and yeast.

   • Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.

2. Make the Dough

   • In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, remaining sugar, and butter.

   • Add the yeast mixture and the egg.

   • Mix until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead

   • Transfer the dough to a floured surface.

   • Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. First Rise

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours (until doubled in size).

5. Shape the Doughnuts

   • Punch down the risen dough.

   • Roll out to about ½ inch thick.

   • Use a round cutter (or glass) and a small cutter for the center hole.

   • Place shaped doughnuts on a tray lined with parchment.

6. Second Rise

   • Cover and let rest for 30 minutes until slightly puffy.

7. Fry

   • Heat oil in a deep pan (about 170°C / 340°F).

   • Fry doughnuts in batches, 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

   • Drain on paper towels.

8. Coat & Serve

   • While still warm, roll in sugar OR dip in glaze/chocolate.

   • Enjoy your soft and fluffy homemade doughnuts!