Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of homemade fried doughnuts with a delightful sour cream twist. These old-fashioned doughnuts are light, fluffy, and coated in a sweet glaze that makes them irresistible. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat any time of day!
Ingredients
Scale
Doughnuts:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- vegetable oil for frying
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar and butter until sandy. Add egg yolks and beat until thick. Mix in sour cream until smooth. Add dry ingredients and stir until a sticky dough forms. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Doughnut Making: Roll out chilled dough, cut into doughnuts, and fry in oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Glazing: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Dip warm doughnuts into the glaze and let set on a wire rack.
Notes
- Enhance the glaze with almond extract or cinnamon for added flavor.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
