Glazed Yeast Doughnuts
Description
These yeast doughnuts covered with glazed icing are even better than the store-bought ones! This yeast donut recipe is easy and fun to make.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup scalded milk
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 (1/4 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
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1/4 cup warm water
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4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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1/3 cup butter or margarine
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2 eggs, beaten
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oil for deep frying
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2 cups confectioners' sugar
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6 tablespoons milk
Directions
1
Stir together scalded milk, sugar, and salt in a large bowl; set aside to cool until tepid. Dissolve yeast in warm water in a small bowl; let stand until creamy, about 5 minutes.
2
Stir together flour and nutmeg in a bowl. Add 2 cups flour mixture to milk mixture; beat until well-blended.
3
Stir yeast mixture into milk and flour mixture, then mix in butter and eggs. Mix in remaining flour mixture, 1/2 cup at a time. When dough is firm enough, turn it onto a floured surface and knead for 3 to 4 minutes. Place into an oiled bowl, cover, and allow dough to rise until doubled, 30 to 35 minutes.
4
Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into circles using a donut or round cutter. Set aside to rise until light, 30 to 40 minutes.
5
Heat 1-inch-deep oil in a deep, heavy frying pan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Fry donuts in hot oil a few at a time. Cook each side until golden brown, then remove to drain on paper towels. Glaze while warm, or sprinkle with sugar.
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Stir together confectioners' sugar and 6 tablespoons milk in a bowl until smooth. Dip warm donuts into glaze; set aside to cool.