Soft Donuts
Delightfully fluffy homemade soft donuts perfect for kids and adults. Ideal for snacks, brunch, or a fun kitchen activity!
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 400 g all-purpose flour
- 50 g brown sugar
- 100 ml lukewarm milk Ensure it's lukewarm to activate yeast.
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 packet active dry yeast To be mixed with warm water first.
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch turmeric For color.
- 2 pinches ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Sift the flour into a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix the yeast with a little lukewarm water and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Add the brown sugar, nutmeg, baking soda, salt, melted butter, turmeric, and milk to the yeast mixture.
Kneading and Resting
- Gradually incorporate the flour while mixing.
- Knead vigorously for about 15 minutes until you have a smooth and elastic dough.
- Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 40 minutes to 1 hour.
Shaping and Frying
- Once the dough has risen nicely, form it into small balls.
- Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the donuts over medium heat until they become golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, chocolate drizzle, or sprinkles. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.