Low Sodium Classic Fried Doughnuts
Indulge in the homemade charm of these Low Sodium Classic Fried Doughnuts, a healthier take on a timeless treat! Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, these soft, fluffy doughnuts boast a delightful combination of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, paired with the richness of buttermilk and vanilla. Made with unsalted butter for a nuanced flavor and fried to golden perfection, they’re finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet, bakery-style finish. In just 45 minutes, you’ll transform simple pantry staples into a batch of crowd-pleasing, melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime indulgence, these doughnuts serve up classic comfort without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 quart Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In another bowl, melt the unsalted butter and allow it to cool slightly. Whisk in the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough gently for about 1-2 minutes, just until it becomes smooth.
Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and use a doughnut cutter to cut out the doughnuts. Reroll any scraps to make additional doughnuts.
Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C).
Carefully place a few doughnuts into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry them for about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the doughnuts from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Once drained, roll the doughnuts in powdered sugar while still warm.
Serve the low sodium classic fried doughnuts fresh and warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 954.1 g | 1223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 162.7 g | 814% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 568.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 1311 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 501.4 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 172.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 434 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 953 mg | 20% | |
*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.
