Cowboy Donuts
Get ready to channel your inner ranch hand with these irresistible Cowboy Donuts, a rustic yet indulgent treat that's perfect for any occasion. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and active dry yeast, these handmade donuts achieve a golden, pillowy perfection after being fried to crisp-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside goodness. The dough, enriched with butter and eggs, rises to airy heights before being shaped into classic rings and fried to rich, golden-brown brilliance. Finish them off with a dusting of powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for a sweet, rustic touch. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and made-from-scratch charm, these donuts are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special snack. Easy to make with time-tested techniques, Cowboy Donuts will quickly become a family favorite, embodying homemade comfort and classic American flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cups warm milk (approximately 110°F)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cups powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast is frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Melt the unsalted butter, then mix it with the eggs and the yeast mixture. Gradually add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough begins to form.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and roll it out to a 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one larger for the outer ring, one smaller for the center hole) to cut out donuts.
Place the cut donuts and holes on a floured baking sheet. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise again for about 30-40 minutes, or until slightly puffed.
Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Carefully fry the donuts a few at a time, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove the fried donuts with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
If desired, toss the warm donuts in powdered sugar or a mixture of powdered sugar and ground cinnamon for extra flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy your freshly made Cowboy Donuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1013.8 g | 1300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 170.0 g | 850% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 516 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 2621 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 612.2 g | 223% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 237.8 g | ||
| Protein | 72.9 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 494 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 25.1 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 1198 mg | 25% | |
*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.
