Mock Doughnuts
Transform your kitchen into a doughnut shop with this quick and easy recipe for Mock Doughnuts! Made with pre-made biscuit dough, these delightfully fluffy treats come together in just 25 minutes, offering a shortcut to satisfying your doughnut cravings. Each mock doughnut is perfectly fried to golden-brown perfection, then coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture for that classic, nostalgic flavor. With no yeast or time-consuming prep required, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings, last-minute desserts, or anytime indulgence. Serve them warm for ultimate enjoyment, and don’t forget to pair them with chocolate or caramel dipping sauces for a decadent twist. Perfect for homemade breakfast lovers or a fun family activity, these mock doughnuts are sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 biscuits pre-made biscuit dough (e.g., canned biscuits)
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional, for coating)
Instructions
Open the can of biscuit dough and separate the biscuits onto a clean work surface.
Using your fingers or a small round cutter (such as the back of a piping tip), create a hole in the center of each biscuit to form a doughnut shape.
In a medium bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together until well combined. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place 2-3 biscuit doughnuts into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed up.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried doughnuts and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
If using butter, melt it in a small bowl. Lightly brush the surface of each doughnut with melted butter while still warm.
Roll each warm doughnut in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating evenly on all sides.
Repeat the frying, draining, coating, and rolling process with the remaining doughnuts.
Serve the mock doughnuts warm and enjoy! Feel free to pair them with your favorite dipping sauces like chocolate or caramel for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.2 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 470 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 42 mg | 1% | |
*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.
