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Round Rock Donut Recipe

Round Rock Donut Recipe

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Dive into the world of homemade delights with our Round Rock Donut Recipe, a step-by-step guide to creating these famous Texas treasures right in your own kitchen.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Bonuts
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Dough hook
  • Stand mixer
  • Rolling Pin
  • Donut cutter or round cookie cutter
  • Deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire rack
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup warm water 110-115°F
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk lukewarm
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour additional for dusting
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Glaze:

  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water with a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a stand mixer, combine the activated yeast, lukewarm milk, sugar, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet mixture. Using the dough hook, knead on medium speed until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl, about 10 minutes.
  • First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Shape Donuts: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about ½ inch thickness. Cut out donuts using a donut cutter. Place cut donuts and holes onto parchment paper.
  • Second Rise: Cover the shaped dough with a light towel and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Fry the Donuts: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F. Fry the donuts in batches, until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a wire rack.
  • Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Dip each warm donut into the glaze, then return to the wire rack to set.

Notes

  • Ensure the water and milk are warm to touch but not hot to properly activate the yeast.
  • Don’t overcrowd your fryer; it lowers the oil's temperature, resulting in soggy donuts.
  • Always fry donuts at a constant 375°F for that perfect golden crust.
  • Let the donuts cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add flour one tablespoon at a time until manageable.
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