There’s something about the warm, pillowy goodness of a homemade donut that is irresistible. The satisfaction of biting into a freshly made donut that you lovingly crafted in your own kitchen is unmatched. If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at making homemade donuts but thought it was too difficult, think again. With these 5 easy steps, you can master the art of homemade donuts and impress your friends and family with your baking skills.

Step 1: Gather your ingredients
To make homemade donuts, you will need flour, sugar, milk, yeast, butter, salt, and eggs. You can also flavor your donuts with vanilla or lemon zest for an extra kick of flavor. Don’t forget to have a good quality oil for frying, such as vegetable or canola oil. You can also prepare toppings for your donuts, such as a glaze, powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar.

Step 2: Make the dough
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, warm the milk and then add the yeast. Let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes frothy. Then, add the yeast mixture, eggs, and butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.

Step 3: Shape the donuts
Once the dough has doubled in size, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick. Then, using a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter, cut out the donut shapes. Make sure to also cut out the center hole of each donut. Place the donuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.

Step 4: Fry the donuts
In a large, deep pot, heat the oil to 375°F. Carefully place the donuts in the hot oil and fry them for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 5: Glaze and enjoy
Once the donuts have cooled slightly, you can dip them in a glaze of your choice or sprinkle them with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. Then, it’s time to dig in and enjoy your homemade donuts!

With these 5 easy steps, you can master the art of homemade donuts and treat yourself to a delicious, freshly made treat anytime you want. So grab your apron and get baking – your taste buds will thank you!