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Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Doughnuts Recipe

Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Doughnuts Recipe
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Indulge in the nostalgia of Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Doughnuts with this delightful recipe. These classic treats are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and coated in your choice of powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.

Ingredients

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Doughnuts:

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Optional Coatings:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Dough Preparation: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg in a bowl. In a separate bowl, beat sugar and eggs, then add buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla. Gradually mix in dry ingredients to form a dough. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. Doughnut Making: Roll out dough, cut into shapes, and fry in oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Finishing Touches: Dust with powdered sugar or roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.

Notes

  • Avoid overcrowding the oil for light and crispy doughnuts.
  • Best served fresh, but can be briefly reheated in the oven.

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