Carnival Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Carnival Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups plus 2 tablespoons unbleached pastry flour or unbleached all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 extra-large eggs; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 tablespoons mild-flavored honey, such as clover; 1 1/22 tablespoons pure almond extract, to taste; 56 tablespoons orange flower water, to taste; Nonmelting icing sugar or powdered sugar; Pastry bag fitted with a #4 plain tip; Heavy-duty, deep saucepan filled halfway with vegetable oil

Servings: persons

4 cups plus 2 tablespoons unbleached pastry flour or unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 extra-large eggs
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons mild-flavored honey, such as clover
1 1/22 tablespoons pure almond extract, to taste
56 tablespoons orange flower water, to taste
Nonmelting icing sugar or powdered sugar
Pastry bag fitted with a #4 plain tip
Heavy-duty, deep saucepan filled halfway with vegetable oil

1
Heat the oil to 375 degrees.
2
Over a large mixing bowl, sift to combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3
Make a large well in the center and pour in the eggs, buttermilk, honey, almond extract, and orange flower water.
4
Whisk together the liquid ingredients and slowly draw in the dry ingredients.
5
The mixture should be fairly smooth before you draw in more flour.
6
Fill the pastry bag half full and pipe the batter directly into the hot oil, making random, 3-inch-long squiggles.
7
After youve piped a few, wait until they have risen back to the surface before you pipe more, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
8
Pile onto a platter and sift nonmelting icing sugar or powdered sugar over the top.

1662

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

176

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups plus 2 tablespoons unbleached pastry flour or unbleached all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Carnival Doughnuts falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carnival Doughnuts

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