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Let the Dough Rise:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one large for the outer ring, one smaller for the hole) to cut out doughnut shapes. If you don’t have a doughnut cutter, you can also shape the dough by hand or use a glass and a smaller lid for the center.
- In a large pot or deep fryer, heat about 3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping in a small piece of dough; it should fry up quickly and float to the surface.
- Carefully drop the doughnuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, without overcrowding the pot. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the doughnuts from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain.
- While the doughnuts are cooling, mix together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to achieve a smooth glaze consistency. Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze, coating them completely or just the top half, and allow the glaze to set.
- Once glazed, serve your homemade doughnuts warm. You can also dust them with powdered sugar or drizzle chocolate syrup on top for added indulgence.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add cinnamon or cardamom to the dough or glaze.
- If you prefer baked doughnuts, you can use a doughnut pan and bake them at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes.
- You can also fill doughnuts with jam or cream using a pastry bag for an added twist.
Enjoy your homemade doughnuts, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet treat anytime!
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