Sugar Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Sugar Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ½ cups sifted flour, plus more; sifted flour, for rolling; 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3 large egg yolks; ⅔ cup sugar; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; ¾ cup milk; 6 cups vegetable oil, for frying; ½ cup superfine sugar, blended with; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

3 ½ cups sifted flour, plus more
sifted flour, for rolling
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large egg yolks
⅔ cup sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup milk
6 cups vegetable oil, for frying
½ cup superfine sugar, blended with
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1
Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
2
Set aside.
3
In a large bowl, lightly beat yolks on medium speed.
4
Gradually add sugar, beating until pale and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
5
Mix in butter.
6
Add flour mixture alternately with milk, stirring with wooden spoon until combined.
7
On well-floured surface, with floured rolling pin, roll dough into 1/2 inch thickness.
8
Let rest 15 minutes.
9
Meanwhile, heat oil to 365 degrees (a cube of bread will be browned and crisp after 1 minute) in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
10
Cut into doughnuts with 2 3/4-inch round cutter along with a 3/4-inch round cutter for the centers.
11
Gather scraps and re-roll if needed.
12
Coating place cinnamon-sugar in a small bowl.
13
Carefully slip the doughnuts and the doughnut holes, 3 or 4 at a time into the hot oil.
14
Fry until golden about 2 to 3 minutes per batch.
15
Drain on paper towels, then transfer while still warm to the cinnamon sugar mix, coat all over.
16
Serve warm.

4009

kcal

Calories

378

Fat

145

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ½ cups sifted flour, plus more, sifted flour, for rolling, 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Sugar 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.

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Sugar Doughnuts

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Variations & substitutions

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