Here’s a simple Mini Doughnuts recipe that’s light, fluffy, and perfect for snacking!
Ingredients
For the Doughnuts:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Coating:
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.
- Heat the Oil
- Pour about 2 inches of oil into a deep pan and heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Shape & Fry
- Use a small cookie scoop or a piping bag to drop small portions of batter into the oil.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes, flipping until golden brown.
- Drain & Coat
- Remove and place on paper towels.
- Roll warm doughnuts in cinnamon sugar.
Serving Ideas
- Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce.
- Dip in a glaze made of powdered sugar and milk.
- Serve with fruit jams for extra flavor.
