Powdered Sugar Donuts
Indulge your sweet tooth with these homemade Powdered Sugar Donuts—golden, fluffy rings of perfection coated in a generous layer of sweet powdered sugar. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and a hint of nutmeg for irresistible flavor. Crafted with a quick dough that’s gently rolled and fried to crispy, pillowy perfection, these donuts are an ideal treat for breakfast, dessert, or celebratory occasions. From the satisfying crunch of the golden exterior to the delicate sweetness of the sugar coating, every bite promises bakery-quality goodness right from your own kitchen. Perfectly paired with a hot cup of coffee or tea, these crowd-pleasers are best enjoyed fresh and warm—an instant hit for donut lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups buttermilk
- 2 whole large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
While the oil is heating, lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one larger, one smaller) to cut out the donuts.
Carefully place a few donuts at a time into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding the pot. Fry for about 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined rack to drain any excess oil.
While still warm, place the donuts in a large zip-top bag filled with powdered sugar. Close the bag and gently shake it until all donuts are evenly coated.
Serve immediately or let them cool on a wire rack. Best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 987.8 g | 1266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 153.9 g | 770% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 2419 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 419.2 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 663 mg | 14% | |
*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.
