Description
Classic old fashioned donuts with a crispy exterior and soft interior. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- Add melted butter, egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
- Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut into donut shapes.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Use a donut cutter or two round cutters for shaping.
- Adjust frying time for desired crispiness.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
