- Cinnamon sugar (½ cup sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon)
- Powdered sugar glaze (1 cup powdered sugar + 2-3 tbsp milk)
- Chocolate glaze
- Simple sugar coating (toss warm donuts in granulated sugar)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tsp sugar. Let sit 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough:
- Add remaining sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, salt, and nutmeg. Mix with paddle attachment until combined.
- Switch to dough hook. Add 3 cups of flour. Mix on low until a shaggy dough forms.
- Gradually add remaining flour (½ cup at a time) until dough cleans the sides of the bowl but is still slightly tacky to the touch. Knead on medium for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. First Rise:
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth.
- Let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Donuts:
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