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Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Donuts
Rocco Fuhrman

Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Donuts

These Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Donuts are a delightful treat with a tender, moist interior and a crispy exterior, making them perfect for a weekend brunch or special breakfast.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 315
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2-4 tbsp milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add sour cream, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  5. Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out donut shapes.
  6. Heat oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry donuts for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Drain on paper towels and cool before glazing.
  9. Whisk together glaze ingredients and dip each donut in the glaze before setting on a wire rack.

Notes

Let donuts cool slightly before glazing. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.