Rest Time: 2 hrs
Prep Tine: 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs, 30 mins
INGREDIENTS
Batter
2-1/4 ounce packets instant yeast
1/3 cup warm water
11/2 cup milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
2 Large eggs
Glaze
½ cup butter melted
2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoon vanilla
5-7 tablespoons evaporated milk
1/3 cup butter, soften
5 cups all-purpose flour
DIRECTIONS
In a standing mixer, combine lukewarm water and yeast. Let it sit undissolved, for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile in a microwave-safe medium bowl, heat milk for about 2 minutes. Remove and let it cool. Add, milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening or butter, and 2 cups of flour to a bowl of yeast. Mix for 2 minutes at medium speed. Add the remaining 3 cups of flour and continue mixing the dough. Scraping down sides.
Place dough in a large, greased bowl. Cover loosely with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 to 2 hours or until doubled.
Roll dough out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into donuts using a doughnut or cookie cutter. Let rest for about 10 minutes.
In a large pan, pour enough vegetable oil to fry. Carefully drop doughnuts into hot oil, only a few at a time. Fry, turning once, for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on prepared paper towels.
Doughnut Glaze
In a microwave-safe bowl melt the butter.
Remove and stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until everything comes together.
Then add evaporated milk until you have reached desired consistency. Dip doughnuts in glaze and let it drip on the rack. One the glaze has solidified some, serve and enjoy!