Delicious homemade ring doughnuts that are soft and fluffy, perfect for a sweet treat.

Prep Time
1hr 30min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
1hr 45min
Ring Doughnuts recipe

Ingredients

12 Servings
(1 serving = 1 doughnut)

Doughnut Ingredients

  • 4cups
    flour
  • 3
    eggs
  • 3tsp
    yeast
  • 1pinch
    salt
  • 1cup
    milk or warm water
  • 1cup
    sugar

How to make Ring Doughnuts

Prepare the Dough

  1. Break the eggs and set aside the yolks and whites.

    Step 1.1: Break the eggs and set aside the yolks and whites
    Step 1.2: Break the eggs and set aside the yolks and whites
  2. Sift 3 cups of flour into a bowl.

    Step 1.1: Sift 3 cups of flour into a bowl
    Step 1.2: Sift 3 cups of flour into a bowl
  3. Add the yeast and salt to the flour. Adjust sugar to taste.

    Step 1.1: Add the yeast and salt to the flour
    Step 1.2: Add the yeast and salt to the flour
  4. Combine the dry ingredients and add warm milk or water and eggs.

    Step 1.1: Combine the dry ingredients and add warm milk or water and eggs
  5. Mix well to form a dough. Cover and let it rise for an hour.

    Step 1.1: Mix well to form a dough
    Step 1.2: Mix well to form a dough

Shape and Fry the Doughnuts

  1. Roll out the dough and use a doughnut cutter or a glass and bottle cap to shape the doughnuts.

    Step 2.1: Roll out the dough and use a doughnut cutter or a glass and bottle cap to shape the doughnuts
    Step 2.2: Roll out the dough and use a doughnut cutter or a glass and bottle cap to shape the doughnuts
    Step 2.3: Roll out the dough and use a doughnut cutter or a glass and bottle cap to shape the doughnuts
  2. Let the shaped doughnuts rise for another 30 minutes.

    Step 2.1: Let the shaped doughnuts rise for another 30 minutes
  3. Fry the doughnuts until golden brown.

    Step 2.1: Fry the doughnuts until golden brown

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

184.2kcal (9.21%)

Protein

4.3g (8.66%)

Carbs

40.0g (14.55%)

Sugars

16.7g (33.34%)

Healthy Fat

0.3g

Unhealthy Fat

0.2g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the milk or water is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.

  2. If you don't have a doughnut cutter, a glass and bottle cap work well to shape the doughnuts.

FAQS

  1. Can I use water instead of milk?

    Yes, you can use warm water instead of milk for a dairy-free option.

  2. How do I know when the doughnuts are done frying?

    The doughnuts are done when they are golden brown on both sides.

  3. Can I add flavors to the dough?

    Yes, you can add vanilla extract or cinnamon for additional flavor.

  4. How should I store leftover doughnuts?

    Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.

  5. Can I bake these doughnuts instead of frying?

    Yes, you can bake them at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes.

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