Lush donuts from the oven
10 servings
60 minutes
Fluffy baked donuts are a delicate, airy treat that originates from classic European cuisine. Their difference from traditional fried donuts is that they are baked rather than fried, making them lighter and less greasy. The yeast dough made with milk, egg, and butter gives the donuts softness and a pleasant texture. After baking, they are dipped in melted butter and rolled in sugar with cinnamon, creating a harmonious balance of sweetness and spice. They are perfect for a cozy tea time or breakfast, filling the home with the aroma of warm pastries. The simple preparation process and exquisite taste make these donuts a true favorite among homemade dessert lovers.
1
Pour the yeast with warm milk (not hot) and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Milk: 0.5 glass
- Dry yeast: 1 teaspoon
2
Add butter and sugar, mixing with a mixer on low speed, then add the egg, flour, and salt, continuing to mix.
- Melted butter: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 70 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Wheat flour: 250 g
- Salt: pinch
3
Switch to the hook for testing and knead the dough for a few minutes at medium speed.
4
If the dough is too sticky, add 1-2 tablespoons of flour; if too dry, add a little milk. In the end, the dough should be soft, smooth, and slightly sticky.
- Wheat flour: 250 g
- Milk: 0.5 glass
5
Place the dough on a floured surface, knead it a few times and shape it into a ball. Put it in an oiled container, cover with plastic wrap, and place in a warm spot until the dough doubles in size, about 25–45 minutes (I put it in a basin with bitter water).
- Melted butter: 1 tablespoon
6
Dust the work surface with flour, place the dough, divide it into 2 parts, and roll each part to a thickness of about 0.5–0.7 cm.
7
Cut out circles (my glass is 7 cm), place on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Cut out the center (mine is 2 cm), cover with a towel and let rise for 25-45 minutes (without drafts).
8
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 6-10 minutes until lightly golden, do not dry out.
9
Remove the donuts from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes, dip each in melted butter and quickly toss in the sugar and cinnamon mixture. Serve immediately.
- Melted butter: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 70 g