Heat oil (3 to 4 inches deep) to 375°F. Beat 1-1/2 c. of the flour and the remaining ingredients in large mixer bowl on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed, scraping occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in remaining flour.
Turn dough onto well-floured cloth-covered board; coat lightly with flour. Roll gently 3/8-inch thick. Cut with floured doughnut cutter.
Slide doughnuts into hot oil with wide spatula. Turn doughnuts as they rise to surface. Fry until golden brown, 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve plain, sugared, or frosted.
Author's Comments
Buttermilk Doughnuts:
Decrease baking powder to 2 tsp. and beat in 1 tsp. baking soda. Substitute buttermilk for milk. Do not use self-rising flour.
Instructions
Heat oil (3 to 4 inches deep) to 375°F. Beat 1-1/2 c. of the flour and the remaining ingredients in large mixer bowl on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed, scraping occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in remaining flour.
Turn dough onto well-floured cloth-covered board; coat lightly with flour. Roll gently 3/8-inch thick. Cut with floured doughnut cutter.
Slide doughnuts into hot oil with wide spatula. Turn doughnuts as they rise to surface. Fry until golden brown, 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve plain, sugared, or frosted.
Author's Comments
Buttermilk Doughnuts:
Decrease baking powder to 2 tsp. and beat in 1 tsp. baking soda. Substitute buttermilk for milk. Do not use self-rising flour.
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