Discover the Joy of Powdered Donuts
Powdered donuts are more than just a sweet treat—they carry memories, bring joy, and offer endless possibilities for flavor. Learn the history, ingredients, and methods behind crafting these beloved donuts from scratch.
Equipment
- - Donut pan (or muffin tin)
- - Digital scale (for accuracy)
- - Mixing bowls
- - Whisk
- - Fryer or deep pot
- - Cooling rack
- - Sifter for powdered sugar
Ingredients
- - 2 cups all-purpose flour
- - ½ cup granulated sugar
- - 2 teaspoons baking powder
- - 1 teaspoon salt
- - 2 large eggs
- - ⅓ cup neutral baking oil
- - 1 cup powdered sugar for coating
- - Fresh ground nutmeg optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, and any optional flavorings like nutmeg.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into a greased donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the donuts to cool slightly, then sift powdered sugar over them while they are still warm.
- Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container.