Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
Homemade glazed donuts with milk bread dough. Fix your favorite breakfast with this recipe. After making this many times, I know the trick to perfect texture. Crispy on the outside, soft inside. Try my soft baked maple donut bars for a different twist. Jump to Recipe If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Irresistibly Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars You’ll Love for Breakfast or Dessert Bliss! and Moist Black Velvet Cake with Rich Black Cocoa Frosting.
Why This Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside
- Soft inside
- Glistening glaze
- Perfect for breakfast
What You'll Need for Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Optional: Cinnamon sugar
- Optional: Sprinkles
- Optional: Chocolate drizzle
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Milk: Use whole milk for best texture.
- Butter: Melted butter adds richness.
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How to Make Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in warm milk, melted butter, egg, and honey.
- Knead dough: Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Shape donuts: Punch down dough. Roll out to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into rounds.
- Fry donuts: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry donuts 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Make glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and butter. Stir until smooth.
- Glaze donuts: Dip hot donuts in glaze. Let set before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
- Texture: Use whole milk for better flavor and texture.
- Common mistake and fix: If dough is too sticky, add more flour gradually.
- Temperature: Keep oil at 350°F for even cooking.
- Glaze consistency: Adjust milk to get the right glaze thickness.
Storing & Reheating Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Make dough ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Freezing Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes. Microwave: Heat in 10-second intervals until warm.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Let the dough rise in a warm place for better volume.
- Best substitution: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for extra flavor.
- Make-ahead: Fry donuts ahead and glaze just before serving.
- Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
- Troubleshooting: If donuts are too dense, check yeast activity and rising time.
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Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup honey
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Optional Toppings
- Cinnamon sugar
- Sprinkles
- Chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in warm milk, melted butter, egg, and honey.
- Knead dough: Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Shape donuts: Punch down dough. Roll out to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into rounds.
- Fry donuts: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry donuts 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Make glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and butter. Stir until smooth.
- Glaze donuts: Dip hot donuts in glaze. Let set before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: Let the dough rise in a warm place for better volume.
- Best substitution: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for extra flavor.
- Make-ahead: Fry donuts ahead and glaze just before serving.
- Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
- Troubleshooting: If donuts are too dense, check yeast activity and rising time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Heat in 10-second intervals until warm.
- Make ahead: Make dough ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough FAQs
Yes, you can fry the donuts ahead and glaze them just before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Flat taste can come from old yeast or incorrect mixing. Ensure the yeast is fresh and the dough rises properly.
All-purpose flour works best. Using bread flour might make the donuts too chewy.
Buttermilk or whole milk are best. If you don't have either, you can use 1/4 cup of water mixed with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Add more powdered sugar. Mix slowly until desired consistency is reached.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Homemade Glazed Donuts with Milk Bread Dough and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
