Maple Donut
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth with these homemade Maple Donuts, a delightfully soft and fluffy treat coated in a rich maple glaze. This recipe combines classic donut-making techniques with the irresistible flavor of real maple syrup, creating a decadent glaze that pairs beautifully with the golden, pillowy donut base. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, yeast, and whole milk, along with the deep, caramelized notes of maple syrup and vanilla extract, these donuts are the epitome of homemade comfort food. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special afternoon pick-me-up, these easy-to-follow donuts are fried to golden perfection, dipped in a glossy glaze, and ready to impress. Serve them warm for an unforgettable bite—you’ll want to make these soft, sweet treats time and time again. Keywords: Maple Donut, maple glaze, homemade donuts, deep-fried donuts, sweet breakfast recipes.
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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
- 1 stick Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 2 cups Confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Warm the milk until lukewarm (about 110°F), then add the yeast and a pinch of sugar. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly.
Add the milk and yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the flour mixture, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook on medium speed for about 5 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
Cut out donuts using a donut cutter or two different-sized round cutters, and re-roll the dough as needed to use up all the dough.
Place the cut donuts on parchment paper-lined baking sheets, cover them with a towel, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-duty pot or deep fryer to 375°F.
Carefully fry the donuts, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate.
In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
Dip the warm donuts into the glaze and place them on a wire rack to set.
Serve the donuts warm or at room temperature and enjoy your delicious homemade maple donuts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
826 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
