Delightful Donut Holes
Soft and sweet donut holes, perfect for cozy family moments and delightful gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 donut holes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Gather your dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- Whisk together the wet ingredients in another bowl: milk, egg, and melted butter.
- Combine the wet and dry mixtures until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Heat the oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry spoonfuls of batter in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain the donut holes on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Try adding a hint of cinnamon for extra flavor or experiment with chocolate chips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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