Sophia's Recipes - Heart-Shaped Sugar Donuts 💖🍩 Ingredients For the Doughnuts: - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast - 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F – Helps activate the yeast) - 1/4 cup granulated sugar - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 2 large eggs (Adds richness and structure) - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (Makes the dough tender and flavorful) - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Enhances flavor) - Vegetable oil for frying For the Coating: - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for cinnamon-sugar coating) Instructions 1️⃣ Activate the Yeast In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. If it doesn’t foam, your yeast may be expired. 2️⃣ Make the Dough In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the foamy yeast mixture to the flour. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. If you’re using a stand mixer, knead with a dough hook on medium speed. Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rise for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. 3️⃣ Roll & Cut the Doughnuts Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out adorable doughnuts. Place them on a lined baking sheet, cover lightly with a towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes. 4️⃣ Fry the Doughnuts Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry each doughnut for 1-2 minutes per side until they are golden brown and absolutely irresistible. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. 5️⃣ Coat in Sugar While the doughnuts are still warm, roll each one in granulated sugar or cinnamon sugar for that classic sweet coating. 6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy These heart-shaped donuts are best enjoyed fresh and warm, but you can also store any leftovers in an airtight container. 💕 Prep Time: 20 minutes Baking Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Servings: About 12 delightful donuts Notes ✅ For Baked Donuts – Brush the tops with melted butter and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. ✅ Fill for Extra Indulgence – Inject strawberry jam, Nutella, or vanilla cream into the donuts using a piping bag for a surprise inside! ✅ Add a Chocolate Glaze – Dip cooled donuts in melted chocolate for a bakery-style finish that’s hard to resist! ✅ Want Extra Fluffy Donuts? – Let the cut dough rise for 45 minutes instead of 30 for an even fluffier bite. ✅ Make Mini Donuts! – Use a smaller heart-shaped cutter for adorable bite-sized treats that are perfect for sharing! Get ready to fall in love with these delightful heart-shaped sugar donuts! 💕🍩✨ | Facebook
Sophia's Recipes - Heart-Shaped Sugar Donuts 💖🍩 Ingredients For the Doughnuts: - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast - 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F – Helps activate the yeast) - 1/4 cup granulated sugar - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 2 large eggs (Adds richness and structure) - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (Makes the dough tender and flavorful) - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Enhances flavor) - Vegetable oil for frying For the Coating: - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for cinnamon-sugar coating) Instructions 1️⃣ Activate the Yeast In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. If it doesn’t foam, your yeast may be expired. 2️⃣ Make the Dough In a large mixi
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