Powdered Donut Holes Delight (Printable Version)

A towering pile of soft donut holes dusted with powdered sugar, paired with rich dipping sauces for a sweet finish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Donut Holes

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 3/4 cup whole milk
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - Vegetable oil, for frying

→ Coating

11 - 1 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

→ Dipping Sauces (optional)

12 - 1/2 cup chocolate sauce
13 - 1/2 cup raspberry jam, slightly warmed
14 - 1/2 cup vanilla custard or caramel sauce

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until homogenous.
03 - Gently mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a heavy-bottomed pot, maintaining a depth of 2 inches (5 cm).
05 - Drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter into hot oil using a cookie scoop or spoons, frying in batches.
06 - Fry donut holes for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Remove with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on a wire rack or paper towels.
08 - While still warm, roll each donut hole thoroughly in powdered sugar to coat evenly.
09 - Arrange the coated donut holes in a mountain shape on a serving platter.
10 - Present immediately accompanied by optional chocolate sauce, raspberry jam, and vanilla custard or caramel sauce.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Soft pillowy donut holes
  • Assorted dipping sauces for variety
02 -
  • Ensure oil remains at 350°F (175°C) for even cooking
  • For a flavor twist, add citrus zest or cinnamon to the batter
03 -
  • Do not overmix to keep donut holes light and fluffy
  • Maintain oil temperature for best frying results
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