Find out how to make carnival donuts soft and golden to perfection. A gourmet tradition that brings joy and flavor to your party. Follow our step-by-step guide to surely make these sweet delights that will brighten up your Carnival celebrations.
Carnival Donuts: Bring Joy Into Your Kitchen
Ingredients :
- Flour : 500g
- Fresh baker’s yeast : 25g
- Warm milk : 200ml
- Sugar : 100g
- Butter : 50g, melted
- Eggs :2
- Lemon zest : 1, grated
- Salt : a pinch
- Frying oil
- Icing sugar : to sprinkle
Preparation :
1. Yeast activation:
- Dilute yeast in lukewarm milk with a tablespoon of sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until the mixture foams.
2. Preparation of the dough:
- Mix flour and sugar in a large bowl.
- Make a well in the center and add the beaten eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, and the yeast mixture.
- Knead until you obtain a smooth and elastic dough. Cover with a clean cloth and leave to rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
3. Shaping the donuts:
- Spread the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1 cm.
- Cut out shapes with a cookie cutter or a glass.
- Let it rest the donuts shaped for 30 minutes.
4. Frying:
- Heat frying oil at 180°C.
- Fry donuts until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on absorbent paper.
5. Finishing:
- Sprinkle of icing sugar before serving.
These Carnival donuts are the perfect compromise between indulgence and festivity. Soft, lightly flavored with lemon and perfectly sweet, they will delight your guests. Get started and let Carnival come to your kitchen! 🎉🍩🎈