Quick & Easy Homemade Donuts 🍩
Ingredients:
•1 Can of Pillsbury Grands Biscuits
•Cinnamon
•Sugar
•Heavy Whipping Cream or Milk
•Powdered Sugar
•Cooking Oil (I used canola oil)
When I say this recipe is quick and easy I mean it is QUICK and easy. I made this in 10 maybe 15 minutes max.
I wanted something sweet but didn’t want to be forever making it. For cutting your hole in your donut, I used the cap of my heavy cream top after I thoroughly washed it and then just washed it again before putting it back on the heavy cream when I was finished. If you don’t want to use the top you can use a knife but I feel the cap was easier for me. So on to the directions 😊!
Directions:
-I start by making my icing before I tend to shaping the donuts. I have NO measurements for the icing. I prefer heavy cream compared to milk because it tastes better in my opinion. But milk is also an alternative for the heavy cream. If you’re using milk add less milk to your powdered sugar because it will turn to a liquidity consistency. If you’re using heavy cream add a little heavy cream to your powdered sugar at a time until you end up with a consistency that isn’t too thin but isn’t too thick.
-Once you’re done with your icing, open your can of biscuits and lay them out. Take your cap or knife and begin cutting the holes into the biscuits. Try to center the hole to the best of your ability.
-Once your biscuits have their holes put your donuts and donut holes to the side and pour your cooking oil of choice into a pan. I didn’t add a lot to my pan but I added enough to where they could float and not stick to the pan, they were not fully submerged into the oil. Turn your heat on and let your oil heat up. Make sure the oil doesn’t get extremely hot, this will cause your donuts to burn fast. I would suggest setting your oil to medium high heat.
-While your oil is heating up this is the time where i prep my cinnamon sugar. I poured mine into a ziplock bag, I also have no specific measurements to how much cinnamon and sugar i added but I just made sure the sugar wasn’t too light and it wasn’t too dark from the cinnamon if that makes sense. Just add as much sugar and cinnamon as your heart desires.
-Your oil should be ready by now. I start with my donut holes first to make sure the oil is at the proper temperature just in case it’s not they holes can burn and not my donuts. Your donuts should cook about 2 minutes on each side. Once they’re done place them onto a paper towel to soak up the access oil.
-Now it’s time to put the donuts and donut holes into the cinnamon sugar. Do not allow your donuts to fully cool but also do not have them be piping hot when placing them into your cinnamon sugar. When they’re warm place them into the cinnamon sugar and shake it up until they’re nice and coated. Once they’re coated remove them from the sugar and place them onto your serving plate.
-Drizzle your icing onto your donuts. You can add as much or as little as you’d like. It’s all up to you!
-Finally, enjoy your donuts. Share them with a friend or your family. Or even be greedy and eat them all by yourself. 😋
Let me know what you guys think or if you guys try it and want more recipes. 🫶🏽
As someone who absolutely adores a good donut, I used to think making them at home was a huge, messy ordeal. But after discovering how truly simple and quick it can be, especially with a little help from store-bought biscuits, homemade donuts have become my go-to treat! While my original recipe focuses on the classic cinnamon sugar and a simple glaze, there are so many ways to customize these delightful little rings of happiness. Let's talk toppings beyond the basics! If you're like me and love chocolate, a rich chocolate glaze is a game-changer. You can easily make one by melting some chocolate chips with a tiny bit of milk or cream until smooth, then dipping your warm donuts. Or, for a fruity twist, try a simple berry glaze made by mashing a few fresh berries (strawberries or raspberries work great!), straining out the seeds if you prefer, and mixing the juice with powdered sugar until you get your desired consistency. Maple glaze is another fantastic option—just powdered sugar, a splash of milk, and a good amount of maple syrup. Don't forget sprinkles! They add a fun pop of color and texture that kids (and adults!) adore. Frying can feel a bit intimidating, but with a few tips, you'll be a pro. The key is maintaining the right oil temperature. If the oil isn't hot enough, your donuts will absorb too much oil and be greasy. If it's too hot, they'll burn on the outside before cooking through inside. I highly recommend using a kitchen thermometer to keep your oil around 350-375°F (175-190°C). If you don't have one, test with a small piece of biscuit dough—it should sizzle immediately and float to the top. Also, avoid overcrowding the pan; fry in small batches to keep the oil temperature consistent. Once they're golden brown, use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. This step is crucial for non-soggy donuts! Sometimes, things don't go perfectly, and that's okay! If your donuts turn out a bit dense, it might be that your oil wasn't hot enough, or you put too many in at once, causing the temperature to drop. If they're too oily, again, check that oil temperature! If they seem a bit raw inside but brown outside, your oil was likely too hot. Practice makes perfect, and even imperfect homemade donuts are usually still delicious! As for storing these fresh delights, they are definitely best enjoyed warm, right after making them. However, if you have leftovers (a rare occurrence in my house!), store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. To re-warm them, a quick 10-15 seconds in the microwave can bring back some of that fresh-from-the-fryer softness. There's nothing quite like the joy of biting into a warm, homemade donut, especially when you know how easy it was to create. So go ahead, experiment with flavors and enjoy your donut-making adventure!
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