Fried mini doughnuts are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. These bite-sized snacks are perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a fun cooking project at home. They’re surprisingly easy to make and can be customized with various toppings, such as sugar, cinnamon, chocolate, or glaze. Here’s how to whip up a batch of delicious fried mini doughnuts.
Ingredients
For the Doughnuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional for flavor)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Toppings:
- Granulated sugar
- Cinnamon sugar (mix equal parts cinnamon and granulated sugar)
- Powdered sugar
- Chocolate glaze (melted chocolate with a bit of butter)
- Vanilla glaze (mix powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a little milk to achieve desired consistency)