Y’all, let me tell you about these absolutely delectable Homemade Long John Donuts! If you’re looking for a way to impress your family and friends, or just want to treat yourself to something special, then this recipe is just the ticket. These donuts are soft, pillowy, and perfect for any occasion. Let’s get into it!
Feast Your Eyes on These Scrumptious Donuts
Check out this picture of our glorious Long John Donuts! You can almost taste the sweetness just by looking at it, right?
Ingredients You’ll Need
Before we dive into the steps, here’s what you’ll need to whip up these beauties:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
For That Sweet Finish
And don’t forget the toppings to make those donuts sing!
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream for a richer taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Let’s Get Cooking!
Now that we got our ingredients, it’s time to make some magic happen!
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and nutmeg. Mix them up real good.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk and melted butter until warm, not hot. Then, add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Once risen, roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick and cut into rectangles resembling Long Johns.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot. Fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides, around 5 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Dip each donut into the glaze for that perfect topping.
Enjoy Your Sweet Treat!
Let these Long John Donuts cool down a bit before you dive in. Trust me, it’ll be hard to resist but they taste the absolute best when they’re fresh! So gather your loved ones, serve up these donuts, and watch the smiles light up the room. Happy baking, y’all!
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