Sourdough Doughnuts
These sourdough doughnuts are a delightful treat that combines a soft, fluffy texture with a tangy flavor. Perfect for sharing, this easy sourdough doughnuts recipe offers customizable coatings, making them irresistible for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water plus 2 tablespoons, room temperature, divided
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, divided, plus more for dusting
- 2 cups bread flour, divided, plus more for dusting
- 200 grams active sourdough starter
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, fine white baker’s sugar is best
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Canola or vegetable oil, for frying
- Glaze of your choice or cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Mix 1 cup of water, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup bread flour, and the sourdough starter in a large bowl until well combined. Form into a ball, cover, and let it rest for 1 hour.
- In a small saucepan, warm the milk, butter, and sugar over medium heat until the butter melts and sugar dissolves. Cool to 85°F.
- Transfer the dough to a stand mixer equipped with a dough hook. Slowly pour in the milk mixture and knead.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by the remaining flours. Knead for 8 minutes, then hand-knead as needed until the dough is smooth and only slightly sticky.
- Transfer to a greased bowl; let rest for 30 minutes.
- Add salt and 2 tablespoons of water. Knead again for 10 minutes until soft. Rest for 5 hours or refrigerate overnight.
- Roll the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness, cut doughnuts, and proof for an additional 3 hours (or refrigerate overnight).
- Fry at 360°F until golden, about 1-2 minutes per side. Cool and coat with glaze or cinnamon sugar.