Easy Doughnut Recipe With Chocolate Glaze

This easy doughnut recipe uses the classic deep-frying method. It's very easy to try at home.

Ingredients

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1/2 cup white sugar

- 2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

- 3/4 cup whole milk

- 2 large eggs

- 2 tablespoons melted butter

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

Instructions

1. Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Stir them well with a spoon or whisk.

2. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients. Add the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Beat them together until everything is combined.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix them together gently until you have a smooth dough. Do not mix too much or the donuts will be tough.

4. Put the dough on a clean surface with some flour on it. Use your hands to press the dough until it is about 1/2 inch thick.

5. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters (one large and one small) to cut out doughnut shapes. The large circle makes the outside, and the small circle makes the hole in the middle.

6. Heat the oil in a deep pot or deep fryer. The oil should be 350°F (175°C). Use a cooking thermometer to check the temperature.

7. Carefully place 2-3 donuts into the hot oil. Do not put too many at once or the oil temperature will drop.

8. Fry each side for about 1-2 minutes until the donuts are golden brown. Flip them over with a slotted spoon or tongs.

9. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a plate with paper towels. The paper towels will soak up extra oil.

10. Let the donuts cool for a few minutes before adding any glaze or toppings.

A chocolate glaze is one of the most popular ways to finish your doughnut recipe. This glaze is smooth, sweet, and takes only a few minutes to make with basic ingredients you probably already have.

Ingredients

- 1 cup powdered sugar

- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder

- 3 tablespoons milk

- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Put the powdered sugar and cocoa powder in a medium bowl. Mix them together with a spoon.

2. Add the milk and vanilla extract to the bowl. Stir everything together until the glaze is smooth and has no lumps.

3. If the glaze is too thick, add one more tablespoon of milk. If it is too thin, add more powdered sugar.

4. Dip the top of each warm doughnut into the chocolate glaze. Let the extra glaze drip back into the bowl.

5. Place the glazed donuts on a wire rack or plate. The glaze will become firm in about 10-15 minutes.

This doughnut recipe works best when you follow some helpful tips. These suggestions will help you avoid common problems and make perfect donuts every time you cook.

- Keep Your Oil Temperature Steady: When the oil gets too hot, the outside of your donuts will burn before the inside cooks. When the oil is too cold, the donuts will soak up too much oil and taste greasy. Check the temperature with a thermometer every few minutes and adjust your heat.

- Let Your Dough Rest Before Cutting: After you mix the dough, let it sit for 10 minutes before you roll it out and cut shapes. This resting time helps the dough become easier to work with and creates a better texture.

- Save the Doughnut Holes: When you cut out the middle circles, do not throw them away. Fry these small pieces too because they make delicious bite-sized treats that cook even faster than regular donuts.

- Work Quickly, but Carefully: Once you start frying, move at a steady pace. Have everything ready before you begin so your donuts stay at the right temperature and cook evenly.

- Use Fresh Oil for the Best Taste: Old oil that has been used many times can make your donuts taste bad. Use clean oil each time you make a new batch of this doughnut recipe for the freshest flavor.

Once you master the basic doughnut recipe, you can experiment with many different coatings and toppings. Here are fifteen delicious ideas to make your homemade donuts more exciting and give them new flavors.

1. Cinnamon Sugar - Mix white sugar with ground cinnamon and roll warm donuts in this mixture for a classic sweet coating.

2. Vanilla Glaze - Make a simple glaze with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for a sweet, white coating.

3. Maple Glaze - Replace milk with maple syrup in your glaze recipe for a rich, breakfast-style flavor.

4. Strawberry Glaze - Add strawberry jam or mashed fresh strawberries to powdered sugar for a pink, fruity coating.

5. Caramel Drizzle - Melt caramel candies or use store-bought caramel sauce to drizzle over your donuts.

6. Crushed Cookies - Dip glazed donuts in crushed chocolate sandwich cookies or graham crackers for extra crunch.

7. Shredded Coconut - Sprinkle sweetened shredded coconut on top of chocolate or vanilla glaze while it is still wet.

8. Chopped Nuts - Use chopped peanuts, almonds, or pecans to add texture and a nutty taste to your glazed donuts.

9. Sprinkles - Add colorful sprinkles to any glaze for a fun, festive look that children and adults both enjoy.

10. Lemon Glaze - Mix powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest for a bright, tangy coating.

11. Peanut Butter Glaze - Warm peanut butter with powdered sugar and a little milk to create a creamy, protein-rich topping.

12. Matcha Powder - Add green tea matcha powder to white glaze for a unique flavor and beautiful green color.

13. Bacon Bits - Sprinkle crispy bacon pieces on maple-glazed donuts for a sweet and salty combination.

14. Mini Chocolate Chips - Press mini chocolate chips onto freshly glazed donuts before the coating dries.

15. Dulce de Leche - Spread this thick, caramel-like sauce on top of plain donuts for a rich, creamy Latin American treat.

Each of these coatings brings something different to your homemade donuts. Try several options to find your favorite combinations and create a variety that everyone will love.