Homemade Jelly Donuts

★Ingredients

For the Dough:

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

3/4 cup warm milk (110°F or 45°C)

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup warm water (110°F or 45°C)

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs

3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil (for frying)

For Filling:

• 1 cup fruit jelly or jam (your choice)

For Coating:

• 1 cup granulated sugar

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★Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast:

• In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, melted butter, salt, and vanilla extract. Add the eggs and mix well.
• Add the activated yeast mixture to the bowl.
• Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until the dough comes together and is smooth and elastic. You may not need all the flour.

1. Knead the Dough:

• Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

1. Shape the Donuts:

• Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
• Use a round cookie cutter (about 2-3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles of dough.
• Place the dough circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for about 30 minutes until puffy.

1. Fry the Donuts:

• In a deep fryer or a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
• Carefully fry the dough circles in batches, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried donuts to a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.

1. Fill the Donuts:

Enjoy!