Golden on the outside, airy on the inside — filled or plain, they’re irresistible!
Yields: 12–16 donuts
Prep Time: 25 mins
Rise Time: 1½ to 2 hours
Fry Time: 15–20 mins
🥣 Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 2¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- ½ cup lukewarm milk
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional but traditional)
For Frying & Coating:
- Neutral oil for frying (e.g., canola or sunflower)
- Granulated sugar for coating
Optional Fillings:
- Jam (raspberry, apricot)
- Nutella
- Pastry cream
- Custard