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Classic Cake Doughnuts

These cake doughnuts are tender, moist, and delicious. Perfect for a homemade treat!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Doughnuts

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Making the Doughnuts

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  • Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 0.5 inch thickness. Cut out doughnuts using a doughnut cutter.
  • Heat 2-3 inches of oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Carefully fry the doughnuts for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Fry the doughnut holes as well.
  • Remove doughnuts from oil and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain.

Making the Glaze

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze, letting any excess drip off.
  • Let the glaze set on the doughnuts for about 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

These cake doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh. You can also add sprinkles to the glaze before it sets.