Homer Simpson Donuts (Printable Version)
Fluffy yeast donuts with pink glaze and sprinkles, inspired by the iconic cartoon character's favorite sweet treat.
# Ingredients:
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1/2 cup warm water
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2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
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3 1/4 cups plain flour
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1/4 cup caster sugar
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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Vegetable oil for frying
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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4 tablespoons milk
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Pink food coloring
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1/4 cup sprinkles
# Steps:
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Mix yeast with warm water in a bowl and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
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Combine flour, sugar, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, buttermilk and activated yeast mixture in a large bowl. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Cover dough and allow to rise in a warm place for 60-75 minutes until doubled in size.
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Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut into donuts using a donut cutter.
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Heat vegetable oil to 182°C (360°F) and fry donuts for 90 seconds per side until golden brown.
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Combine powdered sugar, milk and pink food coloring to create glaze. Dip cooled donuts in pink glaze and immediately top with sprinkles.
# Notes:
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Best served fresh.
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Keep oil at steady temperature for even cooking.
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Allow donuts to cool slightly before glazing.