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Homemade Valentine Doughnuts

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Delight your loved ones with soft and fluffy homemade doughnuts, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Customize with your favorite fillings and toppings!

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • ½ cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • Melted chocolate for dipping
  • Sprinkles for decoration
  • Jam or custard for filling

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk and one tablespoon of granulated sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Make the Dough: In a larger bowl, combine remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add activated yeast mixture and mix. Gradually add flour and salt until a rough dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Doughnuts: Punch down the dough, roll out to ½ inch thick, and cut out doughnut shapes.
  6. Second Rise: Cover shaped doughnuts and let rise for about 30 minutes.
  7. Fry the Doughnuts: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry each doughnut for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  8. Coat in Sugar & Serve: Roll warm doughnuts in sugar. Dip in chocolate and decorate or fill with jam or custard as desired.

Notes

Check the expiration date on your yeast for best results. Use measuring cups for accuracy.

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