Irresistibly Fluffy Homemade Donuts with a Luscious Double Chocolate Icing – Perfectly Soft and Deliciously Sweet

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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:

1. 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.
2. Using a round cookie cutter, cut out donut shapes from the dough. Re-roll the scraps if needed to make additional donuts.
3. 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:

1. 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.
2. Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
3. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Prepare the Icing:

1. While the donuts cool slightly, melt the white chocolate and milk chocolate in separate bowls.
2. 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.
3. 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!