Easy Homemade Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Doughnuts Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 roll biscuits (see note); 8 cups vegetable oil; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated zest plus 6 tablespoons juice from 2 oranges; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup milk; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup strawberry-flavored milk

Servings: persons

1 roll biscuits (see note)
8 cups vegetable oil
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated zest plus 6 tablespoons juice from 2 oranges
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup strawberry-flavored milk

1
Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet with high sides over medium-high heat until temperature registers 350u00b0F. (Oil should be 1- to 1 1/2 inches deep). Pop open biscuit container. If any of the biscuits look irregular, gently pat them down to even rounds and even thickness. Cut out doughnut holes.
2
Add half of the doughnuts and half of the doughnut holes and fry until the bottoms turn golden brown, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes for small doughnuts and 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for large doughnuts. Using chopsticks, turn the doughnuts and holes and fry for until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes longer.
3
Transfer doughnuts to a paper towel-lined plate and allow to cool slightly, 1 to 2 minutes before dipping in glaze. Serve warm.
4
Place confectioners' sugar and salt in medium bowl. Add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth. Dip doughnuts and serve immediately.
5
Place confectioners' sugar, cardamom, salt, and orange zest in medium bowl. Add orange juice and whisk until smooth. Dip doughnuts and serve immediately.
6
Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a small stainless steel saucepan. Cook the butter until browned, 5 to 8 minutes, swirling the pan occasionally. The butter will begin to foam; the subsiding foam is an indicator that the butter is almost done. Once the solids are caramel brown remove pan from heat and immediately pour butter into a medium bowl, scraping in all the solids. Add the confectioners' sugar, salt, milk, and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth. Dip doughnuts and serve immediately.
7
Place confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in medium bowl. Add milk and whisk until smooth. Dip doughnuts and serve immediately.
8
Place confectioners' sugar and salt in medium bowl. Add melted butter and milk and whisk until smooth. Dip doughnuts and serve immediately.

6695

kcal

Calories

553

Fat

469

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.

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 roll biscuits (see note), 8 cups vegetable oil, 2 cups confectioners' sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Easy Homemade Doughnuts Recipe 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!