Delicious Chocolate Glazed Donuts (Print version)
Soft fried yeast donuts dipped in a shiny chocolate glaze, with tender centers, golden edges, and a bakery-style finish.
# Ingredients:
For the donut dough
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3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk, warmed to 105-110 F
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2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
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1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar, divided
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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3 1/2 cups (420 g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
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1 teaspoon fine salt
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6 cups neutral oil, for frying
For the chocolate glaze
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6 oz (170 g) semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
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3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon light corn syrup
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1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
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3-4 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles, optional
# Instructions:
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Stir warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Let stand until foamy, 5-10 minutes.
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Add the remaining sugar, eggs, melted butter, flour, and salt. Mix with a dough hook on medium-low speed for 6-8 minutes, until smooth and elastic but still slightly tacky.
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Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1-1 1/2 hours.
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Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/2 inch thick. Cut with a 3-inch donut cutter and place each donut on a parchment square.
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Cover loosely and let the cut donuts rise until puffy and light, 30-40 minutes. They should look soft around the edges.
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Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350 F. Fry 2-3 donuts at a time for 60-75 seconds per side, then transfer to a rack to drain and cool slightly.
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Melt chocolate, butter, and corn syrup gently. Whisk in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip the donut tops, add sprinkles if using, and let set for 10-15 minutes.
# Good to know:
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Best eaten the same day they are fried.
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Rising time is about 2 hours total, depending on room temperature.
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Keep frying oil close to 350 F for the lightest texture.