old fashioned sour cream cake donuts

Ingredients

To make old fashioned sour cream cake donuts, you will need the following ingredients:

1. 2 cups all-purpose flour

2. 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

3. ½ teaspoon baking soda

4. ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

5. ½ teaspoon salt

6. 2/3 cup granulated sugar

7. 2 large eggs

8. ½ cup sour cream

9. ¼ cup whole milk

10. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

11. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

12. Oil, for frying

These simple ingredients come together to create a flavorful and satisfying batch of old fashioned sour cream cake donuts that you can enjoy with your loved ones.

Steps

 

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

2. In a separate bowl, beat the sugar and eggs until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the sour cream, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix until well incorporated.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

6. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about ½ inch. Use a donut cutter to cut out the donuts.

7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the donuts in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.

8. Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Allow them to cool slightly before glazing or dusting with powdered sugar.

9. Serve the old fashioned sour cream cake donuts warm and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures.

 

Variations

Variations

 

While traditional old fashioned sour cream cake donuts are delicious on their own, you can get creative and try some variations to add a unique twist to this classic recipe:

1. Chocolate Glaze: Dip the cooled donuts in a rich chocolate glaze for a decadent treat.

2. Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Toss the warm donuts in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar for a sweet and spiced finish.

3. Maple Bacon Topping: Crumble crispy bacon and drizzle maple syrup over the donuts for a savory-sweet flavor combination.

4. Lemon Zest Glaze: Add fresh lemon zest to a simple glaze and drizzle it over the donuts for a refreshing citrus kick.

Feel free to experiment with different toppings, glazes, and fillings to create your own signature version of old fashioned sour cream cake donuts.

Tips

1. Use full-fat sour cream for a richer and more flavorful donut.

2. Keep the oil at a consistent temperature while frying to ensure even cooking.

3. Do not overcrowd the fryer with too many donuts at once, as this can lower the oil temperature and result in greasy donuts.

4. Allow the donuts to cool slightly before glazing or decorating to prevent the toppings from melting and sliding off.

5. Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze them for longer storage.