Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 packs 1/4 ounce packages instant yeast or( 4 ½ teaspoons )yeast
  • 1/3 cup warm water (105-115F / 40-46C)
  • 1 1/2 cup milk ( whole milk or low fat milk )
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1/3 cup (75 grams) butter or shortening (, soften)
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • Canola oil for frying
  • ½ cup butter (melted)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 5-7 tablespoons evaporated milk

Instruction

  • In a standing mixer, combine lukewarm water and yeast. Let it sit until dissolve for about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile in a microwave safe medium bowl, heat milk for about 2 minutes. Remove and let it cool.
  • Add, milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening or butter and 2 cups of flour to bowl of yeast.
  • Mix for 2 minutes at medium speed. Add the remaining 3 cups of flour and continue mixing dough. Scraping down sides.
  • Place dough in a large greased bowl. Cover loosely with a clean clothe and let rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 to 2 hours or until doubled.
  • Roll dough out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into doughnuts using a donut cutter or cookie cutter about one 1-inch and one 3 or 4-inch .Let stand for about 10 minutes.
  • In a large sauce pan, pour vegetable oil until it is at least 3 inches (or about 5 centimeters) high and place on medium heat until oil is 375 degrees.
  • Carefully drop doughnuts into hot oil, only a few at a time. Fry, turning once, for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on prepared paper towels.