Buttermilk Doughnuts Donuts
Sink your teeth into these irresistibly fluffy and golden-brown Buttermilk Doughnuts, a timeless treat that combines classic flavors with homemade charm. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, tangy buttermilk, and a hint of warm nutmeg, these doughnuts are fried to perfection for a delicately crisp exterior and melt-in-your-mouth center. Finished with a luscious vanilla glaze or a light dusting of powdered sugar, they strike the perfect balance between sweet indulgence and comforting simplicity. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe is easy to follow and yields 12 doughnuts in just 40 minutes. Impress your family and guests with these warm, nostalgic delights—pair them with a steaming cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk for the ultimate treat! Perfect for doughnut lovers searching for a homemade twist, this recipe will be a staple in your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.75 cups Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a slightly sticky, cohesive dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Lightly dust a clean surface and rolling pin with flour. Turn the dough out onto the surface and gently roll it to about 1/2-inch thick.
Using a doughnut cutter (or a round cookie cutter and a smaller cutter for the center), cut out doughnuts and holes. Re-roll the scraps and repeat until all the dough is used.
In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or a Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature.
Carefully fry 2-3 doughnuts at a time, cooking for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze, letting excess drip off, and return to the wire rack to set. Alternatively, dust with granulated or powdered sugar if preferred.
Serve while warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your homemade buttermilk doughnuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1014.4 g | 1301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 172.9 g | 864% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 524 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 3065 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 622.0 g | 226% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 338.0 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 844 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
