People love simple homemade sugar donuts for a variety of reasons, from the delicious taste and texture to the nostalgic and rewarding experience of making them at home.
Enjoyment simple homemade sugar doughnut it appeals to multiple senses – the sight of the golden brown exterior, the soft and fluffy texture when you bite into it, the sweetness that hits your taste buds and the lingering aroma. This sensory experience adds to the overall enjoyment of the treat.
Basically, it's love for the simple homemade sugar doughnuts a combination of joy that comes from the baking process, wonderful flavors and textures and the emotional connections that form around these tasty treats.
Homemade sugar doughnuts
Ingredients
- Ingredients for donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- vegetable oil (for frying) Ingredients for the coating:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined, then refrigerate the dough.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Refrigeration helps the dough firm up, making it easier to shape.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 175°C in a heavy-bottomed fryer or pan. Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters of different sizes to cut out the donuts. If you don't have cutters, you can use a glass and a water bottle cap.
- Carefully place the donuts into the hot oil, frying 2-3 at a time, depending on the size of your pot. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- In a shallow bowl, mix the sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. While the donuts are still warm, roll them in the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Allow the donuts to cool slightly before serving. These homemade sugar donuts are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for a day or two.
