Satisfy your sweet tooth with these homemade Sugar Donuts, each weighing a perfect 70 grams. Combining both bread flour and all-purpose flour, these donuts offer a delightfully soft and airy texture, sweetened just right and finished with a golden, crispy exterior. They’re a classic treat that’s sure to bring back fond memories and create new ones.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Perfectly Sweetened: With the right balance of sugar and a hint of milk, these donuts are sweet but not overly so.
- Delightful Texture: The combination of flours results in donuts that are fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside.
- Versatile Decorations: Whether coated in sugar or drizzled with melted chocolate, you can customize these donuts to your liking.
Perfect Occasion: These Sugar Donuts are fantastic for a weekend breakfast treat, a delightful addition to a brunch spread, or for sharing at gatherings and celebrations. They’re also a great project for those who love the art of dough-making and frying.
Decoration Tips:
- Sugar Coating: Roll the warm donuts in powdered sugar for a classic finish.
- Chocolate Drizzle: For a touch of elegance and extra sweetness, drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
- Colored Sprinkles: Add a playful touch with some colorful sprinkles on the chocolate drizzle.
Ingredients:
- Bread Flour: 800g
- All-Purpose Flour: 200g
- Granulated Sugar: 120g
- Yeast: 15g
- Egg Yolks: 3
- Whole Eggs: 2
- Milk Powder: 30g
- Milk: 230ml
- Water: 260ml
- Salt: 15g
- Butter: 120g
Method:
- In a bowl, mix water, milk, and yeast. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine bread flour, all-purpose flour, milk powder, and sugar.
- Add the milk, water, and eggs to the flour mixture. Knead with an electric mixer for 9 minutes.
- Add butter and salt; continue kneading for 5 more minutes.
- Let the dough rest for 60 minutes.
- After shaping the donuts, let them rest for an additional 45 minutes.
Frying Instructions:
- Heat oil to between 365°F and 380°F.
- Maintain this temperature range during frying. Add cold oil if it gets too hot or pause frying if it’s too cool.
Decorating:
- Roll the warm donuts in powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate as desired.
Enjoy these heavenly Sugar Donuts, a classic treat that’s sure to delight with its sweet, fluffy goodness and a hint of nostalgia in every bite!
