Ideal Donuts in Just 5 Minutes (Quick Prep)

Makes: 9 donuts
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Resting Time: 3 hours (2 hours + 1 hour)
Cook Time: 5–7 minutes
Total Time: ~3 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs

• 180 ml (¾ cup) milk, lukewarm

• 10 g (1 tbsp) fresh yeast (or 3.5 g/1 tsp active dry yeast)

• 500 g (3⅓ cups) all-purpose flour

• 60 g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, softened

• 30 g (2 tbsp) sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• Oil, for deep frying (vegetable or canola)

• Granulated sugar, for coating

‍ Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast (if using dry)

If you’re using active dry yeast instead of fresh yeast:

• Mix yeast with lukewarm milk (not hot—about 37–40°C or 98–104°F).

• Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  If using fresh yeast, you can mix it directly with eggs and milk.

2. Prepare Wet Mixture

• In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and yeast (fresh or activated).

• Stir until well combined.

3. Mix the Dough

• In a large bowl, combine:

  • Flour

  • Softened butter

  • Sugar

  • Salt

• Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture.

• Mix with your hands until a smooth, lump-free dough forms.

• Knead briefly until everything is incorporated well (about 5 minutes).

4. First Rise

• Form dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl.

• Cover with a cloth or plastic wrap.

• Let rise in a warm place for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the Donuts

• Once risen, transfer dough to a floured surface.

• Divide into 9 equal portions.

• Roll each into a smooth ball.

• Then roll each ball into a log, pinch ends together to form a ring shape.
  (Optional: Use a donut cutter for classic shapes.)

6. Second Rise

• Place shaped donuts on a baking tray lined with parchment or floured surface.

• Let rise in a warm oven at 30°C (86°F) or room temperature for 1 hour, covered.

7. Fry the Donuts

• Heat oil in a deep pot to 170–180°C (340–355°F).

• Fry 2–3 donuts at a time, flipping once, until golden brown on both sides (about 1–2 minutes per side).

• Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels.

8. Coat in Sugar

• While still warm, roll each donut in granulated sugar to coat evenly.

✅ Tips for Best Results:

• Make sure milk is lukewarm (not hot) to activate the yeast properly.

• Let the dough rise fully to ensure soft, fluffy donuts.

• Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding and oil temperature drop.

• Add a touch of vanilla or lemon zest to the dough for flavor variation.