Description

Sink your teeth into these irresistibly soft and fluffy brioche donuts! Light, buttery, and oh-so-decadent, these homemade delights are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you’re craving something special. Whether you dress them up with glaze or keep it simple with a sugar dusting, they’re guaranteed to steal the show.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups all-purpose flour (or substitute with bread flour for a softer texture)
1/2 cup granulated sugar (honey or maple syrup works as a swap)
2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (or adjust if using fresh yeast)
1 cup whole milk, warmed (can use almond milk instead)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for a vegan alternative)
3 large eggs (or flax eggs for a plant-based option)
1 teaspoon salt
Vegetable oil for frying (canola or peanut oil also work)
Optional glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar mixed with 2-3 tablespoons milk or water

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and sprinkle in the yeast.
In a separate bowl, whisk the warm milk with the softened butter. Once slightly cooled, pour it into the dry ingredients.
Add the eggs and mix until a dough comes together. Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and stretchy.
Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm area for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
After rising, punch down the dough and roll it out to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into donut shapes and place on parchment-lined trays.
Let the cut donuts rise again for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the donuts 1–2 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to paper towels to absorb excess oil.
If desired, dip in glaze or coat with sugar while warm for a delightful finish.

Notes

To enhance the flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the dough. You can also mix cinnamon or nutmeg into the sugar for a spiced twist. Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temp for a couple of days.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Method: Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 200
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: brioche donuts, homemade donuts, fluffy donuts, brunch donuts, fried donuts