Description
Maple donuts bring pure Canadian comfort to breakfast tables with their golden, glazed perfection. Sweet maple syrup and a light, pillowy texture make these treats irresistible for you to savor and share.
Ingredients
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Main Dry Ingredients:
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon maple extract
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Glaze Ingredients:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon maple extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the foundational mixture by combining dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, blending flour, sugar, leavening agents, seasoning, and aromatic cinnamon until thoroughly integrated.
- In a separate container, whisk liquid components including dairy, liquefied butter, eggs, and flavor enhancers until achieving a uniform consistency.
- Gradually incorporate wet ingredients into dry mixture, stirring gently to form a supple, cohesive dough without overmixing.
- Transfer dough onto a lightly dusted work surface, gently rolling to approximately 12-inch thickness for optimal texture.
- Utilize specialized cutters or circular implements to shape donuts, creating signature rings and miniature central apertures.
- Prepare cooking medium by heating vegetable oil to precise 350°F in a substantial deep pan, ensuring consistent temperature for uniform frying.
- Carefully immerse 2-3 donuts into hot oil, maintaining cooking duration of 1-2 minutes per side until achieving golden, crispy exterior.
- Extract fried donuts using slotted utensil, positioning on absorbent surface to eliminate excess oil.
- Craft luxurious glaze by whisking powdered sugar, maple syrup, dairy, maple essence, and melted butter until achieving silky, pourable consistency.
- Submerge warm donuts into glaze, allowing excess to cascade, then position on elevated cooling rack for elegant finishing.
- Serve immediately, savoring these delectable maple-infused pastries alongside steaming beverage for ultimate indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays consistent at 350F to prevent greasy or undercooked donuts.
- Use a candy thermometer for precise oil temperature monitoring during frying.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling to make it easier to handle and prevent sticking.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
- Experiment with alternative extracts like almond or rum for unique flavor variations.
- Pat donuts dry with paper towels immediately after frying to remove excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 129 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg