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🧁 Directions:
1. Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, mix the warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle in the yeast. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This step ensures your donuts will rise beautifully!
2. Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, egg, butter, and salt. Gradually add the flour and knead the dough until smooth and elastic — about 5–7 minutes by hand or using a stand mixer with a dough hook.
3. Let It Rise
Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
4. Shape the Donuts
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ½ inch thickness. Use a round donut cutter or two cookie cutters (one large, one small) to cut out donut shapes — and for the special “golden heart” look, use a heart-shaped cutter for the center!
Re-roll any scraps and repeat.
5. Second Rise
Place the cut donuts on parchment paper, cover, and let them rest for another 30 minutes. This helps them puff up beautifully when fried.
6. Fry to Golden Perfection
Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop in the donuts a few at a time and fry for about 1 minute per side until golden brown.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
7. Sugar Coat
While still warm, roll the donuts in granulated sugar to give them that classic sparkle and satisfying crunch.
💡 Tips & Tricks:
- Make sure oil stays at the right temp — too cool and donuts get greasy, too hot and they burn.
- Want to fill them? Skip the heart cutout and fill with jam or cream after frying.
- Add a little cinnamon to your sugar coating for a warm, spiced twist!
🥰 Perfect For:
- Valentine’s Day treats
- Brunch spreads
- Tea time with a sweet surprise
- Gifting in a pretty box to friends and neighbors
🌟 Final Thoughts
These Golden Heart Sugar Donuts are more than just delicious — they’re a beautiful way to show love through baking. Whether you’re whipping up a batch for someone special or treating yourself (because you deserve it), they’ll leave your kitchen smelling amazing and your heart feeling full.
Crispy, fluffy, sugary, and shaped with love — what more could you want in a donut?
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