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Description
Easy homemade maple glazed donuts perfect for a festive holiday treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out to 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface.
- Cut out donut shapes using a donut cutter or two round cutters of different sizes.
- Place donuts on parchment-lined baking sheets, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Remove donuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip each warm donut into the glaze, letting excess drip off.
- Place glazed donuts on a wire rack to set.
Notes
- Ensure your oil temperature is consistent for evenly fried donuts.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for extra flavor.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg