Delicious Glazed Doughnuts

Ingredients :

Doughnuts :

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast

• ¾ cup whole milk, warmed

• 1 large egg, room temperature

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• Oil for frying

Glaze :

• 2 cups powdered sugar

• ¼ cup whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions :

1. Make the Dough :

• In a small bowl, combine yeast and warm milk. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

• In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add egg, melted butter, and the yeast mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms (about 5 minutes).

• Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

2. Shape the Doughnuts :

• Punch down the dough and roll it out to about ½ inch thickness.

• Cut dough using a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one for the outer circle, one for the hole).

• Place the doughnuts on a baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.

3. Fry the Doughnuts :

• In a large pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the doughnuts in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.

• Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

4. Make the Glaze :

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

• Dip each doughnut in the glaze while still warm. Place on a wire rack to set.

5. Serve :

• Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.