Heart-Shaped Doughnuts
Delicious heart-shaped doughnuts that are perfect for any occasion. Light, fluffy, and sweet, these treats are a joy to make and eat.
Equipment
- large bowl
- small bowl
- rolling pin
- Heart-shaped cutter
- large pot
- paper towels
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup whole milk, warmed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon salt
- vegetable oil for frying
- powdered sugar or glaze for topping
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with 1 teaspoon sugar. Let it stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, melted butter, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Roll out dough to ½-inch thickness. Use a heart-shaped cutter to cut out doughnuts. Re-roll scraps and cut more hearts as needed.
- Heat oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar or dip in glaze. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
These doughnuts are best served fresh and warm. Customize toppings as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1doughnutCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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