Description

Get ready to transform your sourdough starter into something truly irresistible with these Glazed Sourdough Donuts. Perfect for anyone looking for easy breakfast ideas, a satisfying snack, or fun food ideas for weekend baking, this recipe delivers fluffy, golden donuts with a delightful sourdough tang and a sweet, glossy glaze. The crisp edges, tender interiors, and simple ingredients make this an easy recipe that both beginners and seasoned bakers will enjoy. Whether you’re making them for brunch, dessert, or an indulgent treat, these donuts are sure to impress and bring warmth to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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For the Donuts:

1 cup sourdough starter (fed and bubbly)
1/4 cup warm milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling)
1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups)

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine sourdough starter, milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
Add salt and flour gradually, then sprinkle in yeast. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
Let the dough rise in a greased bowl, covered, for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled.
Punch down dough, roll out to 1/2-inch thickness, and cut with a donut cutter.
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden.
Remove and drain on a cooling rack lined with paper towels.
For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
Dip warm donuts in glaze and allow to set.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes