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Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes First Image

Fried Donut Holes


  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 donut holes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious homemade fried donut holes rolled in cinnamon sugar.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl whisk 2 cups flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt until combined.
  2. In another bowl mix 1 cup milk, 1 egg, 2 tbsp melted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Slowly combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until a thick batter forms. Tip: Do not overmix.
  4. Heat 2 cups oil in a deep pot over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  5. Scoop batter using a small scoop and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning until golden brown. Tip: Keep oil temperature steady.
  6. Drain on paper towels, then roll warm donut holes in remaining 1/2 cup sugar mixed with extra cinnamon.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil is hot enough to avoid greasy donuts.
  • Let the donuts cool slightly before rolling in sugar.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 donut holes
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: donuts, fried, dessert, sweet