Homemade Donuts
Delight in the aroma of freshly baked donuts with this step-by-step guide to making your own at home.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 300 grams wheat flour
- 15 grams yeast
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 80 grams sugar
- 2 pieces eggs
- 250 milliliters water
- 0.5 tablespoons salt
- Oil for frying or butter for greasing Choose based on your cooking method
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by sifting the flour and combining it with sugar, yeast, and salt.
- Create a well in the center, adding melted butter and cracking in the eggs. Mix until no lumps remain.
- Knead the mixture until it’s no longer sticky, form it into a ball, and cover it. Let it rest for an hour until it doubles in size.
- After resting, roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut out your desired donut shapes.
Cooking
- Decide whether to fry the donuts in oil or bake them. Maintain the oil temperature at around 350°F (177°C) for frying.
Decoration
- Let your creativity shine by topping the donuts with powdered sugar, cinnamon, sugar icing, or your favorite fillings.
Notes
Troubleshoot common issues like sticky dough or uneven cooking. Adjust flavors and toppings to create unique variations.