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Melt In Your Mouth Glazed Donuts Recipe

If you’ve been craving that perfect donut—soft, fluffy, and covered in a sweet glaze that melts in your mouth—you’ve come to the right place. This **Melt In Your Mouth Glazed Donuts Recipe** promises to deliver bakery-quality yeast donuts right from your kitchen. With a light, airy dough and a simple yet irresistible glaze, these donuts are perfect for a weekend treat, a special occasion, or just when you need a little comfort food. The secret? A little patience and some key ingredients that bring out the best texture and flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time5 minutes
Total Time2 hours
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Melt In Your Mouth Glazed Donuts Recipe
Yield: 4

Materials

Ingredients for the Donuts:

  • - **280 grams of all-purpose flour** equivalent to about 2 cups + 3 tbsp – Provides structure to the dough.
  • - **40 grams of sugar** about 3 tbsp – Sweetens the dough.
  • - **1/2 tsp salt** – Enhances the flavor of the dough.
  • - **1/4 tsp nutmeg** – Adds a hint of spice for depth.
  • - **1 egg** – Helps bind the dough and provides richness.
  • - **120 grams of whole milk** about 1/2 cup – Adds moisture and tenderness to the dough.
  • - **40 grams melted butter** about 1/3 stick – Adds richness and flavor to the dough.
  • - **7 grams dry yeast** 1 packet – The leavening agent that makes the donuts rise.

Ingredients for the Glaze:

  • - **250 grams powdered sugar** about 2 cups – Forms the base of the glaze.
  • - **75 grams butter** about 2/3 stick – Adds richness to the glaze.
  • - **3-5 tbsp milk** – Adjusts the consistency of the glaze to your liking.
  • - **1 tsp vanilla extract** – Adds depth and flavor to the glaze.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

  • **Activate the Yeast:** In a small bowl, warm the milk to about 110°F (warm, but not too hot). Sprinkle the dry yeast into the milk, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This ensures the yeast is alive and ready to make your dough rise.
  • **Mix the Dry Ingredients:** In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and nutmeg. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
  • **Combine Wet Ingredients:** In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter and the egg. Once the yeast has activated, add it to the butter-egg mixture.
  • **Make the Dough:** Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough begins to form. Once it becomes too difficult to stir, switch to kneading the dough by hand (or use a stand mixer with a dough hook). Knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
  • **Let It Rise:** Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and allow it to rise in a warm spot for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 2: Shape the Donuts

  • **Roll Out the Dough:** Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  • **Cut the Donuts:** Use a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter (with a smaller one for the donut holes) to cut out your donuts. Reroll any scraps of dough and cut more donuts until all the dough is used.
  • **Second Rise:** Place the cut donuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let them rise again for about 30-40 minutes. This second rise gives the donuts their light, airy texture.

Step 3: Fry the Donuts

  • **Heat the Oil:** In a deep pot or Dutch oven, heat about 2-3 inches of oil to 350°F. It’s important to maintain this temperature for perfectly fried donuts.
  • **Fry the Donuts:** Gently lower a few donuts into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or spatula. Fry each side for about 1-2 minutes, or until they’re golden brown. Remove from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 4: Make the Glaze

  • **Melt the Butter:** In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  • **Mix the Glaze:** Remove the butter from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. If you want a thinner glaze, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 5: Glaze the Donuts

  • **Dip the Donuts:** Once the donuts have cooled slightly, dip them into the glaze, ensuring the tops are fully coated. Place them on a wire rack to let the glaze set. For extra sweetness, you can double-dip them in the glaze after the first layer sets.