Ingredients:

  • 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Glaze:

  • 1 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour until it’s manageable.
  4. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one larger for the outer ring and one smaller for the center hole) to cut out doughnuts. Gather and re-roll any remaining dough to cut out more doughnuts.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C). Carefully drop the doughnuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the fried doughnuts using a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Dip each doughnut into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the glazed doughnuts back on the wire rack to set.
  8. Serve the homemade fried doughnuts warm and enjoy!

These homemade fried doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh on the day they’re made. They’re deliciously soft on the inside with a crispy golden exterior, making them a delightful treat for breakfast or dessert.