Indulge in the warm, golden perfection of homemade **Honey Donuts**, a delightful treat bursting with flavor and made with simple pantry staples. These donuts boast a soft, fluffy texture, thanks to a perfectly balanced dough enriched with honey for a natural sweetness. A hint of cinnamon adds a cozy, aromatic warmth, while the light, crispy exterior is achieved by frying to a golden-brown perfection. Whether served as-is, drizzled with extra honey, or dusted with powdered sugar, these donuts are the perfect snack or dessert to satisfy any sweet tooth. Ready in under 40 minutes (with a quick chill for the dough!), this recipe is ideal for family brunches, afternoon teatime, or a cozy homemade indulgence. Elevate your dessert game and enjoy these irresistible **honey-glazed donuts** fresh out of the fryer!
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
Add the honey and mix until smooth.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Stir gently until a soft dough forms.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour to firm up.
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter to cut out donuts and holes.
Carefully place a few donuts in the hot oil without overcrowding. Fry each side for about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Repeat with remaining dough.
Serve warm or at room temperature with an optional drizzle of extra honey or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Calories |
10571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 927.0 g | 1188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 147.1 g | 736% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 568.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 2334 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 587.6 g | 214% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 261.2 g | ||
| Protein | 64.9 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 458 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1061 mg | 23% | |
*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.