Classic Glazed Doughnut Recipe

Classic Glazed Doughnut Recipe

Ingredients:

**For the Doughnuts:**

- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

- 1 ½ cups warm milk (110°F/43°C)

- ½ cup granulated sugar

- 4 cups all-purpose flour

- ¼ teaspoon salt

- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 2 large eggs

- Vegetable oil for frying

**For the Glaze:**

- 2 cups powdered sugar

- ¼ cup milk

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

#### Instructions:

1. **Activate Yeast:**

   - In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the mixture, let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. **Prepare Dough:**

   - In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and nutmeg. Add softened butter, eggs, and activated yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.

3. **Knead and Rise:**

   - Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

4. **Roll and Cut:**

   - Roll out the dough to ½-inch thickness. Cut doughnuts using a doughnut cutter or two differently sized round cookie cutters.

5. **Fry the Doughnuts:**

   - Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

6. **Prepare Glaze:**

   - In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

7. **Glaze the Doughnuts:**

   - Dip each doughnut into the glaze, ensuring an even coat. Place on a wire rack to let excess glaze drip off.

8. **Serve and Enjoy:**

   - Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade glazed doughnuts!