VANILLA CAKE DONUTS
Vanilla bean and extract perfume these buttermilk donuts that are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, they're utterly irresistible.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 2h55m
Yield Makes 12 to 14, plus holes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Vanilla Confectioners'-Sugar Glaze:Whisk together confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and salt. Whisk in milk until mixture is smooth and thick, and has the texture of pourable honey. Glaze can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days; stir until smooth before using. (Makes 1 1/2 cups.)
- Donuts:Dust a baking sheet with flour. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Beat butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla seeds on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg and yolk, then vanilla extract. Scrape down bowl, then beat in dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Turn out dough onto baking sheet; use floured hands to flatten to a 3/4-inch-thick rectangle. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to overnight (if longer than 1 hour, cover with plastic wrap).
- Pour oil into a large, deep, heavy pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 2 inches up side, leaving about 2 1/2 inches headroom. Clip a deep-fry thermometer to pot and heat oil over medium to 350 degrees. Meanwhile, using a floured 2 1/2-inch round donut cutter, cut out donuts (or use a 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter, then cut out holes with a 1- to 1 1/2-inch round cutter). Pat together scraps; cut out more donuts (these will not be quite as tender). Working in batches of 3 so as not to crowd pot, carefully drop donuts into hot oil and cook, flipping a few times, until deep golden brown all over, 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 minutes (2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes for holes), maintaining oil temperature between 340 degrees and 350 degrees at all times. Transfer donuts and holes to a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet; let cool 10 minutes.
- While still slightly warm, dip top of each donut in glaze until halfway submerged, turning as needed to evenly coat one side, then place, glaze-side up, on rack. Let stand until glaze sets and donuts are cool, about 1 hour. Donuts are best eaten the day they are made.
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[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe!
DH faisal Official
[email protected]These donuts are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty.
Mahajabin isha
[email protected]I love the versatility of this recipe. You can add different flavors or toppings to create your own unique donuts.
Ronewa varience Rambidi
[email protected]These donuts are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it.
Masood Rahman
[email protected]I've made these donuts several times now, and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
Asmau Ado
[email protected]These donuts are the perfect size for a quick snack or dessert. They're also great for packing in lunches.
Samantha Gaetzke
[email protected]I love that these donuts are baked, not fried. It makes them a healthier option, but they're still just as delicious.
Lessannie Malcolm
[email protected]These donuts are a great way to start the day. They're light and fluffy, and the glaze gives them the perfect amount of sweetness.
Dandoona Y
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover cake batter.
Atikkul Seikh
[email protected]These donuts are so good, I could eat them every day.
Shania Staton
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. It's so convenient to be able to whip up a batch of these donuts whenever I'm craving something sweet.
nikta 8090
[email protected]These donuts are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Babra Azhar
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of donuts, but these vanilla cake donuts were delicious. They were so light and airy, and the glaze was the perfect amount of sweetness.
Manseer Adamu
[email protected]These donuts were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them, and they were gone in minutes.
Kiran Rajput
[email protected]I've tried many vanilla cake donut recipes, but this one is by far the best. The donuts are so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.
Ibts Sed
[email protected]These vanilla cake donuts are amazing! They're so light and fluffy, and the flavor is perfect. I love that they're not too sweet, so I can enjoy them without feeling guilty.