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Homemade Donuts

Delightful homemade donuts that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 4 tablespoons anise liqueur (or orange juice)
  • 1 tablespoon juice of an orange or more milk
  • 1 tablespoon zest of lemon or orange
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 350 grams self-rising flour
  • Oil for frying
  • Sugar for coating

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the sugar for a few minutes until the mixture is light and frothy.
  2. Stir in the neutral oil, milk, anise liqueur (or orange juice), citrus zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the baking powder and then incorporate the flour little by little until a soft dough begins to take shape.
  4. Knead the dough gently until it is tender and smooth, then let it rest for about 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. Roll the dough into thin cylinders and connect the ends to form rings.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Fry the donuts in batches, keeping an eye on them until they turn golden brown.
  3. Once fried, remove them and let them drain on paper towels.
  4. Generously coat them in sugar while they are still warm.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or freeze for up to a month. Ensure oil is at the right temperature before frying.