Grandmother's Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Grandmother's Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups sugar; 2 cups buttermilk*; 1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 4 Land O Lakes Eggs; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; Vegetable oil; Sugar, if desired

Servings: persons

8 1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 cups buttermilk*
1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
4 Land O Lakes Eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Vegetable oil
Sugar, if desired

1
Combine 4 cups flour and all remaining ingredients except oil and additional sugar in bowl.
2
Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed.
3
Stir in enough remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
4
Turn out dough onto lightly floured surface; knead 2 minutes or until smooth.
5
(Do not over knead.)
6
Divide dough in half; roll each half to 3/8-inch thickness.
7
Cut out doughnuts with lightly floured 2 1/2-inch doughnut cutter.
8
Heat 3 inches oil in deep fat fryer or Dutch oven to 375F.
9
Place 2 to 3 doughnuts in hot oil.
10
Fry 2-4 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown on both sides.
11
Remove from oil; drain on paper towels.
12
Repeat with remaining doughnuts.
13
Sprinkle with sugar, if desired.

2261

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

265

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.
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: 8 1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups sugar, 2 cups buttermilk*, 1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Grandmother's 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!

Grandmother's Doughnuts

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Variations & substitutions

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