Description
These Sourdough Donuts are light, fluffy, and golden with a tangy twist from natural fermentation. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these homemade donuts are made with sourdough starter, fried to perfection, and topped with cinnamon sugar or glaze. A must-try treat for sourdough lovers and donut fans alike.
Ingredients
1 cup sourdough starter
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup whole milk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking powder (optional)
Neutral oil for frying (about 3 cups)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and melted butter. Stir until smooth.
2. Add flour, salt, nutmeg, and baking powder (if using). Mix until dough forms and isn’t sticky.
3. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise at room temperature for 4 to 6 hours or refrigerate overnight for better flavor.
4. Roll dough on a floured surface to ½ inch thickness. Cut donuts using a donut cutter. Let rest for 30 to 45 minutes.
5. Heat oil to 350°F. Fry donuts in batches, 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
6. Toss warm donuts in cinnamon sugar or dip in glaze. Let set before serving.
Notes
Use active or recently fed sourdough starter for the best rise.
Letting the dough ferment overnight gives richer flavor and fluffier texture.
Always test your oil temperature with a thermometer to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg