Crueller Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Crueller Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup shortening; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, separated; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground mace; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 1/4 cups whole milk, homogenized; 2 cups cooking oil (for deep frying, (or more); COATING; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

1/4 cup shortening
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, separated
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/4 cups whole milk, homogenized
2 cups cooking oil (for deep frying, (or more)
COATING
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1
In a mixing bowl using an electric mixer, cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.
2
Separate eggs.
3
In a small bowl, beat egg yolks well.
4
Add beaten egg yolks to shortening/sugar mixture and mix to blend.
5
Add vanilla extract and beat again.
6
Into a separate bowl, sift flour, baking powder, salt, mace and nutmeg; set aside.
7
Beat egg whites until peaks form.
8
Add flour mixture and milk alternately to shortening/sugar mixture, beating after each addition, until well incorporated.
9
Fold in beaten egg whites, but DO NOT BEAT.
10
Add additional flour if required to make dough stiff enough to handle.
11
On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/2 inch thickness.
12
Cut dough with a doughnut cutter reserving the holes to be deep fried as well.
13
Gather pieces of dough, form into a ball and then roll out to 1/2 inch thickness.
14
Cut out doughnuts again until all dough is used up.
15
Preheat oil in a deep-fryer to 375u00b0F.
16
Drop in 3 or 4 doughnuts and deep fry for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, turn over and fry for another 1 minute or until golden brown.
17
Remove with wire spoon or slotted spoon onto paper toweling to drain and cool slightly.
18
COATING.
19
In a plastic bag, mix together sugar and cinnamon.
20
Drop doughnuts into bag while still warm and shake to coat well.
21
You may also use a medium size deep frying pan deep fry the doughnuts.
22
Make sure the oil comes about half way up the doughnut.

1813

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

150

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup shortening, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, separated, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Crueller 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!

Crueller Doughnuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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