Bread Machine Donuts
Time to dust off the bread machine and put it to work making Bread Machine Donuts. Let the bread machine do the mixing and kneading, while you go get other things done. Perfect for brunch or anytime you want to take fresh breakfast up a notch or two.
Bread Machine Donuts come out soft on the inside with a light golden outside. They fry quickly and hold their shape well, making them a recipe you’ll want to make again.
The glaze sets into a smooth coating that gives each bite that classic donut finish. I’ve got tips for changing up the glaze down below if you’re interested.
The dough cycle keeps things consistent, which helps if you’re newer to yeast recipes. It’s also flexible, so you can change toppings or shapes easily. Great for weekends, holidays, or when you just want something warm and fresh.
What You Need To Make Homemade Donuts
The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and most are pantry staples. If you need a great way to make sure you’ve got the ingredients on hand for any recipe grab my free meal planning and grocery list. Just download it, print it off, make copies and you’re and you’ll never be stuck wishing you had the correct ingredients on hand again.
- milk
- egg
- butter
- sugar
- salt
- white flour
- active dry yeast
- vegetable oil
- butter
- powdered sugar
- vanilla extract
- evaporated milk
How To Change Up This Recipe
You can swap the glaze for cinnamon sugar if you want something simpler. Just mix the cinnamon and sugar together and roll fresh the fresh donuts in it.
If you prefer you can just cut the homemade donuts into donut holes instead of full donuts. Donut holes are especially fun if you have kids or need to feed a bunch of people.
Topping for the donuts can be mixed up too. Try toasted pecan or toasted nuts over the glaze.
Store Leftovers
Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two. If you need to keep them longer, refrigerate them and warm slightly before serving.
Bread Machine Donuts
Equipment
- Dutch oven or deep fat fryer
- donut cutter
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 1/4 cups milk warm
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1/4 cup butter room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 1/2 cups white flour
- 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
For Frying
- 8 cups vegetable oil
Glaze
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder Optional, only if you want to make the glaze chocolate
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 tbsp evaporated milk
Instructions
Make the Dough
- Add all dough ingredients to the bread machine in the order listed
- Select the dough cycle and start the machine
- When the cycle is complete punch down the dough
- Transfer to a lightly floured surface
Shape the Donuts
- Roll the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness
- Cut into donut shapes using a round cutter
- Re roll scraps and continue cutting until all dough is used
- Place donuts on a parchment lined baking sheet
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 to 60 minutes until doubled
Fry the Donuts
- Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350 to 375°F
- Carefully lift donuts and place into the oil in small batches
- Fry about 1 minute per side until golden brown
- Remove and place on a wire rack or paper towels
Make the Glaze
- if making chocolate glaze mix the powdered sugar with the optional cocoa powder before doing anything else then proceed as directed
- In a bowl mix melted butter powdered sugar vanilla and evaporated milk until smooth
- Adjust milk for desired consistency
Finish
- Dip each donut into the glaze
- Place on a wire rack to set
- Add sprinkles if desired
Video
Notes
- Rise time includes the bread machine cycle and the second rise after shaping
- Do not overcrowd the oil while frying to maintain temperature
- Serve fresh for best texture
