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Old Fashioned Sour Cream Glazed Donuts

These Old Fashioned Sour Cream Glazed Donuts are soft, rich, and irresistibly delicious with a thick, crackly glaze, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Additional flour may be needed for rolling out
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp grated nutmeg For a classic flavor
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature is best
  • 1 cup sour cream Full-fat for best flavor
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best results
  • 1/4 cup butter Melted
For Frying
  • 2 qts oil For frying at 325°F
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk Adjust for desired glaze consistency
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and grated nutmeg.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
  3. Gently combine the dry and wet mixtures until just combined—do not overmix.
  4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Use a donut cutter or two glasses to cut out the donuts.
  6. Let the shaped donuts rest for a few minutes before frying.
Frying
  1. Heat the oil in a heavy pot to 325°F.
  2. Fry the donuts in batches of two or three, flipping once until golden brown.
  3. Drain the fried donuts on paper towels.
Glazing
  1. While the donuts are still warm, dunk them in the glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Freeze leftovers and re-glaze after thawing. For a baking option, bake at 375°F for 12-14 minutes.