How to Make Twist Donuts
In a medium bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water., Add the margarine or butter, sugar, salt, and warm milk to the yeast mixture; mix until smooth., Add flour to the mixture and mix for 30 seconds., Knead the remaining flour into the mixture...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: In a medium bowl
Water should warm
- at least 98°F (37°C)
- but not boiling -
Step 2: dissolve the yeast in the warm water.
Milk shouldn’t be too hot, 30 seconds in the microwave is just fine. , Mixing can be done with a dough mixer or an electric mixer. ,, Check the dough after 1 hour.
If you poke the dough and an indentation remains, then it is ready for twisting. , The size can vary according to your liking.
Shape each piece into a ball. ,, Each end should be twisted in the opposite direction to create more texture and tension. , The dough should turn on itself and create the iconic “twist”. ,, If using an electric deep-fat fryer, heat the oil to 365°F (185°C) according to manufacturer's directions. ,,,,,,, Stir until smooth. , The glaze should thicken as you add the water.
Careful! If you add too much water, the glaze will not set when it cools. ,, -
Step 3: Add the margarine or butter
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Step 4: and warm milk to the yeast mixture; mix until smooth.
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Step 5: Add flour to the mixture and mix for 30 seconds.
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Step 6: Knead the remaining flour into the mixture until the dough is smooth.
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Step 7: Cover the bowl of dough and place it in a warm place; allow to rise until double.
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Step 8: Separate the dough into 16-24 pieces.
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Step 9: Roll out each ball of dough until it is about 12 inches (30 cm) in length.
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Step 10: Twist the dough.
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Step 11: Pinch the two ends together and release the middle of the twisted dough.
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Step 12: Set the twists aside and allow to rise for an additional 10-15 minutes.
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Step 13: Heat one inch (2.5cm) of oil in a deep heavy frying pan to 375°F (190°C).
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Step 14: Fry donuts a few at a time
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Step 15: cook on each side until golden brown.
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Step 16: Repeat with remaining doughnuts.
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Step 17: Remove from oil
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Step 18: letting the excess drip onto paper towels.
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Step 19: Sprinkle with sugar.
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Step 20: Heat the butter in a small pot or saucepan.
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Step 21: When the butter has melted
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Step 22: remove the saucepan from heat.
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Step 23: Add the powdered sugar and the flavoring of your choice.
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Step 24: Gradually add small amounts of water while stirring.
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Step 25: Dip the donuts into the glaze
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Step 26: submerging both ends.
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Step 27: Place donuts on wax sheets and let cool for 10 minutes.
Detailed Guide
Water should warm
- at least 98°F (37°C)
- but not boiling
Milk shouldn’t be too hot, 30 seconds in the microwave is just fine. , Mixing can be done with a dough mixer or an electric mixer. ,, Check the dough after 1 hour.
If you poke the dough and an indentation remains, then it is ready for twisting. , The size can vary according to your liking.
Shape each piece into a ball. ,, Each end should be twisted in the opposite direction to create more texture and tension. , The dough should turn on itself and create the iconic “twist”. ,, If using an electric deep-fat fryer, heat the oil to 365°F (185°C) according to manufacturer's directions. ,,,,,,, Stir until smooth. , The glaze should thicken as you add the water.
Careful! If you add too much water, the glaze will not set when it cools. ,,
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