Potato Doughnuts Recipe
Overview:
Do we know how to use potatoes in Idaho or what?? You’ll love this way. Doughnuts are good any time of the day!!!!!! This recipe brings together the goodness of potatoes with the delightful indulgence of homemade doughnuts. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or any time you crave a tasty treat!
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 dozen doughnuts
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 1598.9
- Fat: 16.6g
- Saturated Fat: 7.6g
- Cholesterol: 241.3mg
- Sodium: 2447.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 322.3g
- Fiber: 8.9g
- Sugar: 103.1g
- Protein: 38.7g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Mashed potatoes | 1 1/4 cups |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 4 cups |
| Baking powder | 4 tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Nutmeg | 1/2 tsp |
Instructions:
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Cream Sugar and Butter:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
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Add Eggs:
- Add the eggs to the sugar-butter mixture and mix well until combined.
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Prepare Potato Mixture:
- In another bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes and milk until smooth.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the potato mixture and the dry ingredients alternately to the sugar-butter-egg mixture, mixing well after each addition, until a smooth dough forms.
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Roll Out the Dough:
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
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Cut the Doughnuts:
- Using a doughnut cutter, cut out doughnut shapes from the rolled-out dough.
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Fry the Doughnuts:
- In a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully place the doughnuts into the hot oil, frying them in batches until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Remove the doughnuts from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
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Serve:
- Serve the potato doughnuts warm and enjoy their deliciously crispy exterior and fluffy interior!
Tips:
- Potato Preparation: Ensure that the mashed potatoes are smooth and free of lumps for a uniform texture in the doughnuts.
- Frying Temperature: Maintain the oil temperature at 375°F (190°C) to achieve perfectly golden and crispy doughnuts.
- Variations: Feel free to customize these doughnuts by adding your favorite toppings or glazes, such as powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or chocolate glaze.
Enjoy your Potato Doughnuts! 🍩😋
