American orange donut

🍊 Ingredients

For the Dough (Yeast-Raised Version):

• 3 1/4 cups (400g) all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Zest of 1 large orange
• 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk (around 100–110°F / 38–43°C)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut)

For the Orange Glaze:

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp fresh orange juice
• 1/2 tsp orange zest
• Optional: 1–2 drops orange food coloring

👩‍🍳 Instructions

🔹 Make the Dough:

1. In a small bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 tsp sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, salt, and orange zest.
3. Add yeast mixture, orange juice, eggs, butter, and vanilla. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
4. Knead for 8–10 mins (by hand or stand mixer with dough hook) until soft and elastic.
5. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled.

🔹 Shape the Donuts:

1. Roll dough out to 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thickness on a floured surface.
2. Cut using a donut cutter or two round cutters (one large, one small).
3. Place donuts and holes on parchment-lined trays. Cover and let rise 30–45 mins.

🔹 Fry the Donuts:

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
2. Fry donuts in batches for 1–2 mins per side until golden brown.
3. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

🔹 Make the Glaze:

1. Whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest until smooth. Add coloring if desired.
2. Dip warm donuts into glaze, allow excess to drip off.
3. Set on a rack for the glaze to set.