Maple Glazed Donuts are a delightful treat that combines the light, fluffy texture of classic donuts with the rich, sweet flavor of maple glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these donuts are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and bring a touch of indulgence to any day. Whether baked or fried, these homemade donuts are a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Maple Glaze
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and ground nutmeg.
- Add melted butter and beaten eggs to the yeast mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the risen dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. Using a donut cutter or two differently sized biscuit cutters, cut out donuts and donut holes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the donuts in batches until they turn golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Remove the donuts from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together pure maple syrup and powdered sugar to make the glaze.
- Dip each donut into the glaze, ensuring they are fully coated. Place them on a wire rack to let the excess glaze drip off.
