BUTTERMILK DOUGHNUTS

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It doesn't take long for a platter of these doughnuts to vanish. Our grandkids go for them in a big way! They're great for munching at breakfast or brunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup buttermilk
Oil for deep-fat frying
Optional: cinnamon-sugar or confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and lemon-colored. Add butter and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; add to egg mixture alternately with buttermilk. Refrigerate, covered, 2-3 hours., Turn onto a floured surface, roll to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. doughnut cutter. , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry doughnuts, a few at a time, until golden brown, 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. If desired, dip warm doughnuts in cinnamon-sugar, confectioners' sugar or additional sugar to coat both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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