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Sourdough Donut

Irresistible Sourdough Donut Recipe for Sweet Moments

This Sourdough Donut recipe elevates your breakfast, offering a delightful alternative to standard pastries with an airy texture and slight tang.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup sourdough starter
  • 3 cups bread flour can mix with all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk can substitute with dairy-free alternative
  • 2 large eggs or substitute with 1/4 cup applesauce + 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup butter can use dairy-free options
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast optional for extra rise

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • donut cutter
  • stand mixer
  • frying pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your sourdough starter by ensuring it is active and bubbly, feeding it about 4-6 hours before use.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sourdough starter, bread flour, sugar, milk, eggs (or applesauce mixture), and melted butter. Mix until a soft, slightly tacky dough forms.
  3. Lightly grease a large bowl, place the dough in it, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size for 1-2 hours.
  4. Punch down the dough, turn it out onto a floured surface, roll out to ½ inch thick, and cut out donuts.
  5. Place the shaped donuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover loosely, and let them rise until puffy for 30-60 minutes.
  6. Heat oil to 350°F and fry donuts in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, or bake at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.
  7. Dip warm donuts in your favorite glaze or sugar mixture and place on a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using an active sourdough starter is crucial for the best flavor and texture. Experiment with different glazes and flavors to make these donuts your own.

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