Maple Donut

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of homemade Maple Donuts—a perfect balance of fluffy, golden dough and a luscious maple glaze. This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and butter with the natural sweetness of maple syrup to create a treat that’s both nostalgic and irresistible. With a soft, airy texture achieved through proper dough rising and frying techniques, each bite melts in your mouth. The decadent glaze, made with maple syrup and confectioners' sugar, adds just the right amount of sweetness and a glossy finish. Great for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon indulgence, these donuts will bring bakery-quality treats straight to your kitchen. Whether you enjoy them warm or at room temperature, these maple donuts are destined to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 stick Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 3 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 2 cups Confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk until lukewarm (about 110°F), then add the yeast and a pinch of sugar. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 3

Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 4

Add the milk and yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the flour mixture, mixing until a sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook on medium speed for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.

Step 8

Cut out donuts using a donut cutter or two different-sized round cutters, and re-roll the dough as needed to use up all the dough.

Step 9

Place the cut donuts on parchment paper-lined baking sheets, cover them with a towel, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Step 10

Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-duty pot or deep fryer to 375°F.

Step 11

Carefully fry the donuts, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 12

In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.

Step 13

Dip the warm donuts into the glaze and place them on a wire rack to set.

Step 14

Serve the donuts warm or at room temperature and enjoy your delicious homemade maple donuts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2035.3 grams (2035.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9796

Total Fat 745.40g	956%
Saturated Fat 153.80g	769%
Polyunsaturated Fat 403.50g
Cholesterol 649mg	216%
Sodium 2632mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 793.00g	288%
Dietary Fiber 12.80g	46%
Total Sugars 468.70g
Protein 66.90g	134%

Vitamin D 187IU	937%
Calcium 442mg	34%
Iron 22mg	121%
Potassium 1135mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.1%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 31.3%