Isle of Wight Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Isle of Wight Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs strong white flour; 1 pinch salt; 2 ounces butter or 2 ounces lard; 4 ounces caster sugar; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 pinch ground cloves; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 12 pint milk; 12 ounce dried yeast; 1 12-2 ounces currants; 1 tablespoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; caster sugar, mixed with; ground cinnamon; oil (for frying)

Servings: persons

2 lbs strong white flour
1 pinch salt
2 ounces butter or 2 ounces lard
4 ounces caster sugar
1 teaspoon allspice
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch ground nutmeg
12 pint milk
12 ounce dried yeast
1 12-2 ounces currants
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
caster sugar, mixed with
ground cinnamon
oil (for frying)

1
Sift the salt and flour together, then rub in the butter or lard until the mixture resembles fine bread crumbs.
2
Stir in the sugar and spices.
3
Warm the milk, sprinkle over the yeast and leave until frothy.
4
Add to the flour and stir to form a firm dough.
5
Turn out onto a floured board and knead until smooth, about 10 minutes.
6
Place in a greased bowl, cover with a clean teacloth and leave in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours to rise.
7
Knock back and knead again.
8
Form into balls about the size of a small apple.
9
Mix the currants, sugar and cinnamon together, make a small hole in each doughnut, insert a few currants, then close up the hole.
10
Leave in a warm place for 10 minutes.
11
Heat the oil and deep fry in small batches, turning once, until golden.
12
Drain well on paper toweling, then toss in the caster sugar cinnamon mixture.

1235

kcal

Calories

Fat

220

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs strong white flour, 1 pinch salt, 2 ounces butter or 2 ounces lard, 4 ounces caster sugar, and more.

Yes, Isle of Wight 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!

Isle of Wight Doughnuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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