SAEDNEWS: Donuts are a delicious and popular treat enjoyed worldwide, often served as a snack. Twisted donuts, with their unique shape and flavor, are a fun variation you can easily make at home. Follow this step-by-step guide to create delicious twisted donuts.
Egg: 1
Sugar: 1/3 cup
Warm milk: 1 cup
Yeast: 1 tablespoon
Vanilla extract: 1/4 teaspoon
Baking powder: 1/2 teaspoon
Flour: Approximately 4 cups
Oil: 1/4 cup
Activate the Yeast:
Pour half of the warm milk into a bowl.
Add the yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar, then stir.
Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes frothy.
If you're confident in the quality of your yeast, you can mix it directly with the other ingredients without activating it first.
Prepare the Dough:
In a separate bowl, combine the egg, sugar, baking powder, remaining milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Add the activated yeast mixture and stir.
Gradually add the flour, a little at a time, until the dough comes together.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic.
Alternatively, you can use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
Shape the dough into a ball, cover it, and let it rest in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Shape the Donuts:
After the dough has rested, punch it down to release the air.
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each piece into a strip.
Twist each strip into a spiral or your desired shape.
Let the shaped dough rest for another 20 minutes to puff up.
Fry the Donuts:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until it's hot but not smoking.
Gently place the twisted dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides.
Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Flour Amount: Add just enough flour for the dough to come together, but avoid adding too much to keep the dough soft.
Medium Heat: Keep the oil at medium heat to ensure the donuts cook through without burning or staying raw inside.
Toppings: Drizzle chocolate sauce or sprinkle powdered sugar over the finished donuts for extra flavor.
Yeast Activity: Ensure the yeast mixture doubles in size during activation to guarantee a fluffy dough.
Water Test for Yeast: If desired, you can test your yeast using 1/2 cup of warm water, making sure the water isn't too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
Enjoy these easy and delicious twisted donuts fresh with tea or coffee. Bon appétit!
