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Potato Doughnuts Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 24 doughnuts

Description

These homemade Potato Doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet, combining the comforting textures of mashed potatoes with classic doughnut flavors. Perfectly deep-fried until golden brown and ready to be glazed or coated with sugar, these doughnuts bring a delightful twist to a traditional favorite.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 7 oz warm mashed potatoes
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 1/3 cup margarine or butter

For Frying

  • Oil for deep frying (enough to submerge doughnuts)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, combine bread flour, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and granulated sugar. Add egg yolks, warm mashed potatoes, warm milk, and margarine or butter. Stir with a wooden spoon until a dough forms, then knead with your hands for 10-12 minutes or use a stand mixer for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Shape the dough into a ball.
  2. First rise: Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 60-90 minutes.
  3. Degas the dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release gas. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead briefly.
  4. Divide and shape: Weigh the dough and divide it into 24 equal pieces, around 50 grams each. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  5. Form doughnut shape: Using your thumb, poke a hole through the center of each ball and gradually widen the hole with your fingers until it is about two finger-widths across.
  6. Second rise: Place shaped doughnuts on a tray, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and allow them to rest and puff up for 20-30 minutes in a warm area.
  7. Heat oil: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Deep fry: Carefully drop doughnuts in batches into the hot oil. To keep the holes open, insert a chopstick through each doughnut hole and gently spin them occasionally during frying. Fry each side for about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Flip each doughnut once only.
  9. Drain and serve: Transfer fried doughnuts to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil. Serve warm immediately, or glaze, sugar-coat, or add desired toppings.

Notes

  • Ensure mashed potatoes are warm and smooth for best dough consistency.
  • Keep oil temperature steady at 375°F (190°C) to prevent greasy doughnuts.
  • Use a kitchen scale for equal sizing and even cooking.
  • Doughnuts are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Experiment with glazes, powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar toppings.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

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