Chocolate Glazed Donuts Recipe

Name: Chocolate Glazed Donuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE DONUTS:; 1 package (1/4 Oz. Size) Instant Yeast (preferably Red Star Platinum); 2-1/2 cups All-purpose Flour; 3/4 cups Warm Milk (about 120u00b0F); 1 Tablespoon Honey; 1 whole Egg; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 3 cups Vegetable Oil, Or As Needed For Frying; FOR THE GLAZE:; 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips; 3 Tablespoons Half-and-half; 2 teaspoons Instant Espresso Powder; 1/3 cups To 1/2 Cups Powdered Sugar

Servings: persons

FOR THE DONUTS:
1 package (1/4 Oz. Size) Instant Yeast (preferably Red Star Platinum)
2-1/2 cups All-purpose Flour
3/4 cups Warm Milk (about 120u00b0F)
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 whole Egg
1/2 teaspoons Salt
3 cups Vegetable Oil, Or As Needed For Frying
FOR THE GLAZE:
1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips
3 Tablespoons Half-and-half
2 teaspoons Instant Espresso Powder
1/3 cups To 1/2 Cups Powdered Sugar

1
In a large mixing bowl, add yeast and 1 1/2 cups of flour. Mix together. Stir in warm milk, honey and egg. Add remaining 1 cup of flour and salt. Stir together until well combined. Beat with a wooden spoon about 2 minutes. (You can also use an electric mixer with a dough hook to do the mixing.)
2
Cover bowl with a flour sack towel and set aside in a warm place for about 1 hour.
3
Punch dough down and pour onto a lightly floured surface. Knead several times to make sure there are no air bubbles. Roll out to about 1/2 inch thickness on a floured surface.
4
Cut into circles with a 2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter. Place on a floured surface, cover with flour sack towel and set aside about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
5
Meanwhile, prepare the glaze.
6
Add chocolate chips, half-and-half, and espresso powder to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Continue in 15-second intervals, stirring in between until chocolate is melted and smooth. Add powdered sugar a little at a time until you get the consistency you are happy with, stirring until glaze is smooth. Set aside.
7
Heat about 2 to 3 inches of oil in a heavy pan or cast iron skillet to 375u00b0F. Fry donuts 3 or 4 at a time for about 1 to 2 minutes per side or until lightly browned. Remove to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
8
Allow donuts to cool about 5 minutes and spread glaze over each one. Serve immediately and if by chance there are any left, you can store them in an airtight container. Best if eaten in 24 hours.
9
Enjoy!

2119

kcal

Calories

198

Fat

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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: FOR THE DONUTS:, 1 package (1/4 Oz. Size) Instant Yeast (preferably Red Star Platinum), 2-1/2 cups All-purpose Flour, 3/4 cups Warm Milk (about 120u00b0F), and more.

Yes, Chocolate Glazed Donuts 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!

Chocolate Glazed Donuts

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