Old Fashioned Buttermilk Doughnuts

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon until well combined.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be thick but soft.

Shape the Doughnuts:

Roll Out the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Cut the Doughnuts: Use a doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters (one larger and one smaller) to cut out the doughnuts. Place the cut doughnuts on a floured baking sheet.

Fry the Doughnuts:

Heat Oil: In a deep pot or heavy skillet, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the Doughnuts: Carefully add the doughnuts to the hot oil, a few at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Drain: Remove the doughnuts from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Make the Glaze:

Combine Glaze Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the milk for your desired glaze consistency.

Glaze the Doughnuts:

Dip in Glaze: While the doughnuts are still warm, dip the tops into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off.

Set: Place the glazed doughnuts on a wire rack to set.

Serve:

Enjoy: Serve your Old Fashioned Buttermilk Doughnuts warm or at room temperature. They are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.

Tips:

Variations: You can roll the doughnuts in cinnamon sugar instead of glazing them for a different flavor.

Freezing: You can freeze unglazed doughnuts. When ready to eat, simply thaw and glaze.

These Old Fashioned Buttermilk Doughnuts are sure to bring back the nostalgia of a classic treat! Enjoy!