These homemade donuts are light, fluffy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Made from a rich, buttery dough that’s fried to golden perfection, these donuts are then topped with a decadent double chocolate icing. The contrast of the soft, airy interior with the sweet, creamy white and milk chocolate topping creates a delightful treat that’s impossible to resist. Whether you’re enjoying them fresh from the fryer or sharing them with loved ones, these donuts are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. The recipe makes a dozen donuts, making it perfect for sharing—or for keeping all to yourself!
Why You'll Love This:
You’ll love these donuts for their pillowy softness and the rich, chocolatey icing that covers them. The combination of white and milk chocolate adds a touch of luxury to each bite, while the dough itself is light and tender, thanks to the perfect balance of ingredients. This recipe is easy to follow and yields professional-quality donuts that taste like they came from your favorite bakery. Plus, the homemade aspect means you can enjoy these fresh and warm, just as they should be. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe will quickly become a go-to for when you’re craving something sweet and satisfying.
Perfect Occasion:
These donuts are ideal for weekend breakfasts, brunches, or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. They’re also perfect for sharing at parties, gatherings, or special occasions where you want to impress your guests with a homemade dessert. If you’re looking for a fun baking project, these donuts are a great choice, as they offer the joy of creating something delicious from scratch. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just a day when you need a little extra sweetness, these donuts fit the bill perfectly.
Decoration Tips:
To make your donuts even more eye-catching, consider drizzling the melted milk chocolate over the white chocolate icing in a decorative pattern. You can also sprinkle crushed nuts, colorful sprinkles, or edible flowers on top while the icing is still soft for added texture and visual appeal. For a more sophisticated look, try piping the melted chocolate in delicate designs or creating a marbled effect by swirling the two chocolates together. If you’re serving these for a special occasion, arrange them on a tiered stand or a decorative plate for a beautiful presentation that will wow your guests.
Ingredients:
For the Donuts:
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 220g milk
- 50g sugar
- 60g butter
- 20g fresh yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Icing:
- 100g white chocolate, melted
- 20g milk chocolate, melted
Instructions:
Prepare the Dough:
- In the bowl of your mixer, combine the flour, eggs, milk, sugar, fresh yeast, and salt. Knead the mixture on a low setting for about 10 minutes until the dough begins to come together.
- Add the butter to the dough and continue kneading until the dough becomes smooth and elastic, and pulls away from the sides of the bowl. This may take an additional 5-10 minutes of kneading.
- Once the dough is smooth and elastic, cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in volume.
Shape the Donuts:
- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles and then roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 4cm thick.
- Using a round cookie cutter, cut out donut shapes from the dough. Re-roll the scraps if needed to make additional donuts.
- Place the cut-out donuts on a floured baking sheet, cover them with a cloth, and let them rise again until they double in volume, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Fry the Donuts:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to medium heat (around 350°F or 175°C). Carefully fry the donuts a few at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pot.
- Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Prepare the Icing:
- While the donuts cool slightly, melt the white chocolate and milk chocolate in separate bowls.
- Dip the top of each donut into the melted white chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, drizzle the melted milk chocolate over the white chocolate icing for a beautiful two-tone effect.
- If desired, you can add additional toppings such as sprinkles, crushed nuts, or a dusting of powdered sugar while the icing is still soft.
Enjoy!