County Fair Style Kool-Aid® Drop Doughnuts Recipe

Name: County Fair Style Kool-Aid® Drop Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup white sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 (.13 ounce) envelope unsweetened soft drink mix, any flavor (such as KOOL-AID(R)); 1 cup milk; 2 eggs; 3 tablespoons melted butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup white sugar; 1/2 (.13 ounce) envelope unsweetened soft drink mix, any flavor (such as KOOL-AID(R))

Servings: persons

2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 (.13 ounce) envelope unsweetened soft drink mix, any flavor (such as KOOL-AID(R))
1 cup milk
2 eggs
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup white sugar
1/2 (.13 ounce) envelope unsweetened soft drink mix, any flavor (such as KOOL-AID(R))

1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Mix 3 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, the baking powder, salt, and 1/2 packet of the soft drink mix together in a large bowl.
2
Whisk the milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla extract together in a separate large bowl until blended; slowly stir in the flour mixture until entirely incorporated in a batter the consistency of a thick pancake batter.
3
Drop the batter by large spoonfuls, about 2 teaspoons in size, into the preheated oil; fry until deep golden brown on all sides, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to drain on a platter lined with paper towels.
4
Mix together 1 cup sugar with the remaining 1/2 packet of soft drink mix in a flat-bottomed dish. Roll the drained donuts in the sugar mixture while still hot. Set aside on a fresh set of paper towels to cool slightly; serve warm.

1348

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

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

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying, 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup white sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, County Fair Style Kool-Aid® Drop 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!

County Fair Style Kool-Aid® Drop Doughnuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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