Making homemade donut holes is not only easy, but it’s also a fun and delicious way to show your culinary skills. Plus, it’s a lot cheaper than buying them from a store, and you can customize them however you like. In this article, we will show you how to make your own fried donut holes with just a few simple ingredients.
Yeast vs. Cake Donut
There are two main types of donuts: yeast and cake. Yeast donuts are made with a dough that is risen with yeast, while cake donuts are made with a batter that does not contain yeast. Yeast donuts are denser and chewier than cake donuts, and they tend to have a more subtle flavor. Cake donuts, on the other hand, are lighter and more tender, and they have a more pronounced granulated sugar flavor. If you are new to baking, we recommend starting with cake donuts. They are simpler to make, and they always turn out delicious.
Assuming you want to make cake donuts holes, here is the recipe:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Paper towels
- Hot oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a donut pan with cooking spray and set it aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix together the milk, butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well combined.
- Fill the donut pan with the batter, making sure to fill each cavity only halfway.
- Fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the donut holes cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once they are cooled, you can dip them in donut glaze, sprinkle them with sugar, or eat them plain as part of your dessert cuisine. Enjoy!
If you want to make yeast donuts, the recipe is slightly different. For the yeast fry donut holes recipe, you will need:
- 1/4 cup of warm water
- 1 package of active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup of cinnamon sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 3/4 cup of milk
- 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Combine the water and yeast. Set aside for 5 minutes, or until the yeast is foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, egg, and melted butter.
- Pour in the yeast mixture and mix the flour mixture until everything is combined.
- Add the milk and 1 cup of flour and mix until everything is combined.
- Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside in a warm place to rise for 1 hour.
- Once the dough has doubled in size, transfer it to a floured surface and roll it out to 1/2 inch thickness.
- Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out a donut hole from the dough.
- Place the donut holes on a greased baking sheet, cover with a damp cloth, and set aside in a warm place to rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the vegetable oil for 10 minutes.
- Place the donut holes in the hot oil for 10-12 minutes, or until the fried donuts are golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once they are cooled, you can dip them in glaze, sprinkle them with sugar, or eat them plain. Enjoy!
Other Types of Donuts You Can Enjoy
Aside from the two most popular types of donuts, there are many other variations that you can try. Some other popular types of donuts include:
Cream donuts
These are donuts that are filled with cream, custard, or jelly. They are often dipped in chocolate or glazed.
Crullers
These are twisted and fried strips of dough that are often covered in a glaze or sugar.
Doughnut holes
These are small balls of fried dough that are often served with a dipping sauce.
Fritters
These are donuts that are made with fruit or vegetables and have a denser, heavier texture.
Long Johns
These are rectangular donuts that are often filled with cream or jelly and covered in icing.
Old-fashioned donuts
These are the simplest type of donuts, made with a yeasted dough that is deep-fried and then coated in a sugar glaze.
Tiger tails
These are long, thin, and twisted strips of dough that are fried and then coated in a sugary glaze.
Jelly donuts
As the name suggests, these donuts are filled with jelly. They can be made with any type of jelly or jam, and are often coated in a sugar glaze.
Boston cream donuts
These are donuts that are filled with vanilla custard or cream and then dipped in chocolate.
Other Factors To Be Keen On
When it comes to making your own donuts, there are a few other factors to be keen on in order to ensure that they turn out just right. One thing to consider is the type of fat you use for frying. Vegetable shortening or canola oil are the best options, as they have a high smoke point and will not impart any flavor to the donuts.
Another thing to keep in mind is the temperature of the oil. If the oil is too hot, the outside of the donuts will cook too quickly and the inside will be doughy. If the oil is not hot enough, the donuts will absorb too much oil and will be greasy. The ideal temperature for frying donuts is 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Finally, be sure to drain the fried donuts on a wire rack lined with paper towels. This will help to remove any excess oil and keep the donuts from becoming soggy.
Conclusion
No matter what type of donut you crave, there’s a recipe out there for you. With so many different flavors and variations to choose from, you’ll never get bored of making (and eating) donuts again.
