Alton Brown's Cake Donut Recipe
Are you ready to make some delicious cake donuts? Alton Brown has the perfect recipe for you! This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is a batch of delicious donuts that the whole family can enjoy. So let's get started!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Add the shortening and use a pastry blender to cut it into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the eggs, milk, and 1/4 cup water. Stir until everything is just combined. Do not over mix.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and pat it into a circle that is 1/2-inch thick. Use a donut cutter to cut out the donuts, re-rolling the scraps as necessary. Transfer the donuts to a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Fill a large, heavy pot with oil to a depth of 2 inches. Heat the oil to 375 degrees F. Gently lower the donuts, one at a time, into the oil. Fry for 1 1/2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Transfer the donuts to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Dust the donuts with powdered sugar and serve warm. The donuts can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition
One donut contains approximately 210 calories, 10 grams of fat, 2 grams of saturated fat, 40 milligrams of cholesterol, 170 milligrams of sodium, 28 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of fiber, and 3 grams of protein.
Tips and Tricks
If you don't have a donut cutter, you can use a biscuit cutter, a round cookie cutter, or a jar lid. You can also use a sharp knife to cut out the donut shapes from the dough.
If you don't have a pastry blender, you can use two knives or a fork to cut the shortening into the dry ingredients.
If you don't have a thermometer, you can test the oil temperature by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil. When it sizzles and starts to brown, the oil is ready.
This recipe can also be used to make donut holes. Just cut out small circles and fry them for 1 minute on each side. Be sure to adjust the cooking time as needed.
This recipe yields about 16 donuts. If you are making donut holes, you will yield about 48 pieces.
Conclusion
Alton Brown's cake donut recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a classic treat. This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is a batch of delicious, homemade donuts. So gather your ingredients, preheat the oil, and get ready to make some delicious donuts!
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