Old Fashioned Cake Doughnuts Donuts Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible taste of homemade Old-Fashioned Cake Donuts! This recipe delivers fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth donuts that are far superior to anything store-bought. Skip the yeast and enjoy a simple recipe using ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. The secret? A one-hour chill (do it the night before for a morning treat!). Then, it's a quick fry and a delightful toss in cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, or your favorite glaze. This recipe is easily made with a stand mixer using a dough hook – making the process a breeze! Get ready for weekend mornings filled with the joy of warm, homemade donuts.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 236.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.5 (43 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Fashioned Cake Doughnuts Donuts

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How to Make Old Fashioned Cake Doughnuts Donuts

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Using a dough hook on a stand mixer (or a sturdy spoon), mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough is smooth.
  5. Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
  6. Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer.
  7. Once the oil is hot, carefully drop rounded tablespoons of dough into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
  8. Fry the donuts for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  10. Immediately toss the warm donuts in your favorite coating – cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, or a delicious glaze!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

13g

Carbs

14g