Low Sodium Classic Doughnuts
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of soft, fluffy, and golden-brown doughnuts with a healthier twist in our Low Sodium Classic Doughnuts recipe. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without excessive salt, these homemade doughnuts are crafted with unsalted butter and a delicate blend of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a comforting aroma and flavor. Designed to be fried to perfection, they boast a crisp exterior while remaining pillowy on the inside. With simple pantry staples and just an hour of effort, this recipe yields 12 irresistible doughnuts—ideal for breakfast treats or dessert indulgence. Whether plated with a dusting of powdered sugar or enjoyed plain, these low-sodium doughnuts are a delightful way to recreate a classic favorite in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the unsalted butter and sugar until fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 2 minutes until smooth.
Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters to cut out the doughnuts.
In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oil is at the right temperature to prevent the doughnuts from absorbing too much oil.
Carefully fry the doughnuts, two or three at a time, in the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the doughnuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
Let the doughnuts cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade low-sodium treats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9988 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 984.7 g | 1262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 153.8 g | 769% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1064 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.8 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*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.
