Guardians Famous Donuts
Discover the ultimate treat with Guardians Famous Donuts, a timeless recipe that promises pillowy, melt-in-your-mouth perfection with every bite. These homemade donuts are made from a tender, yeast-raised dough that’s hand-kneaded for optimal fluffiness, then fried to golden perfection. Topped with a silky vanilla glaze that’s just the right balance of sweet, these donuts are a crowd-pleasing favorite for breakfast, dessert, or any time you’re craving a homemade indulgence. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and powdered sugar, this recipe makes it easy to create bakery-quality donuts at home. Perfectly crispy on the outside and airy on the inside, these donuts are best enjoyed fresh and warm, straight from the glaze. Whether you're treating guests or savoring them yourself, Guardians Famous Donuts are destined to become your go-to recipe for irresistible homemade donuts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 Large eggs
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Whole milk (for glaze)
Instructions
In a small bowl, warm 1 cup of milk until lukewarm (about 110°F). Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly. Add the melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface.
Use a donut cutter (or a large round cutter and a smaller round cutter for the center) to cut out the donuts. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover with a towel. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F.
Carefully fry the donuts in batches, cooking for about 1 minute per side or until golden brown. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain.
To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
Dip the warm donuts into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off, and place them back on the wire rack to set.
Serve the donuts fresh and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 908.0 g | 1164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 156.6 g | 783% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 530 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 2635 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 678.8 g | 247% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 350.1 g | ||
| Protein | 68.0 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 1182 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.
