Craving a sweet and fluffy treat that will transport you to sunny shores and cozy afternoons snacking by the sea? Look no further than these delightful Canary Island Doughnuts! Packed with warm spices, a hint of citrus zest, and a crispy exterior, these doughnuts are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Let’s get started on this easy and delicious recipe!
**Canary Island Doughnuts**
**Ingredients:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 1 packet instant yeast
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– Zest of 1 lemon
– Zest of 1 orange
– 2/3 cup warm milk
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 egg
– Oil for frying
– Powdered sugar for dusting
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Dough:**
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon zest, and orange zest. Mix well to combine.
2. **Add Wet Ingredients:**
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the warm milk, melted butter, and the egg. Mix everything together until a sticky dough forms.
3. **Knead the Dough:**
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
4. **First Rise:**
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. **Shape the Doughnuts:**
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out doughnut shapes and a smaller cutter for the doughnut holes.
6. **Second Rise:**
Place the doughnuts and doughnut holes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
7. **Fry the Doughnuts:**
Heat oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (180°C). Carefully fry the doughnuts in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
8. **Finish and Serve:**
Once all the doughnuts are fried and slightly cooled, dust them generously with powdered sugar. Serve the Canary Island Doughnuts warm and enjoy the cozy, citrusy, and spiced flavors with your favorite hot beverage.
Incorporating sunny flavors and warm spices, these Canary Island Doughnuts are perfect for a lazy weekend treat or a special occasion when you want to impress your loved ones with something homemade and delicious. Get ready to indulge in a slice of paradise right in your own kitchen with each bite of these delightful doughnuts!
