Mme. Dube’s Old Fashion Simple Doughnuts
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 24 medium doughnuts
Description:
Transport yourself to a cozy winter afternoon with these delightful homemade doughnuts. Picture this: a cold winter’s day, sitting by the fireplace, indulging in these light and airy doughnuts served with a warm cup of tea. These doughnuts have a nostalgic charm that will leave you breathless. Imagine the perfect balance of crunchy exterior and soft, fresh interior, as if they were just made for you. The best part? You can make them in advance and freeze them, ready to be enjoyed whenever the craving strikes. Truly, a wonderful treat to have on hand!
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Cream the butter in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually add sugar, one spoonful at a time, alternating with a spoonful of beaten eggs.
- Beat the mixture until it becomes light and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Divide the mixture into 3 parts.
- In another bowl, mix the milk and vanilla extract together.
- Add the milk mixture to the creamed ingredients, then gradually incorporate the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add flour as needed to create a soft dough.
- Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight (up to 12 hours).
- The next day, remove 1/3 of the dough from the refrigerator and keep the rest chilled.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/3 inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into desired shapes and let them stand for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Heat cooking oil in a frying pan to 375°F (190°C) over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place 3 doughnuts at a time in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan to maintain the oil temperature.
- Fry the doughnuts for about 4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the doughnuts from the oil and drain them on brown paper to remove excess oil.
- While still warm, sprinkle a mixture of sugar and cinnamon over the doughnuts.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious homemade doughnuts with a cup of tea or coffee.
Tips:
- These doughnuts freeze exceptionally well. Store them in an airtight container in the freezer for future enjoyment.
- To reheat frozen doughnuts, simply thaw them at room temperature or warm them in the oven for a few minutes before serving.
- Experiment with different toppings or glazes to customize these doughnuts to your liking.
- Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying to ensure even cooking and a crispy exterior.
- Don’t skip the chilling step, as it helps the dough develop flavor and makes it easier to handle when rolling and cutting.
