Sure! Here's a simple recipe for homemade donuts:

Ingredients:

  1. 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  2. 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  3. 1 packet (2 and 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  4. 1/2 teaspoon salt
  5. 1/2 cup milk
  6. 1/4 cup water
  7. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  8. 2 large eggs
  9. Vegetable oil, for frying

For the glaze:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and water until warm (around 110°F/43°C), but not boiling. Remove from heat.

Add the melted butter and eggs to the milk mixture and whisk until well combined.

Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment until a soft dough forms.

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can do this by hand on a lightly floured surface or with a stand mixer.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Use a donut cutter or two different-sized round cookie cutters (one for the outer ring and one for the inner hole) to cut out donut shapes. Place the cut-out donuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

While the donuts are rising, heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Carefully drop a few donuts at a time into the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth to make the glaze.

Dip each donut into the glaze, turning it to coat both sides. You can also sprinkle toppings like sprinkles or shredded coconut on top if desired.

Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy!

Note: Be cautious when working with hot oil to avoid burns. Always use a deep pot with tall sides or a deep fryer for safety.