Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
• In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a minute or two until it forms a soft dough.
• Roll out the dough to about 0.5 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two different sized round cutters to cut out donuts.
• Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Carefully fry the donuts in batches for about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
• Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil.
• While the donuts are still warm, melt the 0.5 cup of butter in a small bowl.
• In a shallow dish, combine the 1 cup of sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon for the topping.
• Dip each warm donut into the melted butter, letting any excess drip off, then dredge it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
• Serve immediately.