Description
Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, these classic Chinese doughnuts are lightly sweet, golden, and coated in sugar, just like your favorite buffet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- Extra sugar for coating
Instructions
- 1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 2. In a separate bowl, beat milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
- 5. Roll dough out to about 1/2 inch thick and cut into rounds using a cookie cutter or glass (optional: cut out centers for donut holes).
- 6. Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- 7. Fry doughnuts in small batches for about 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- 8. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 9. While still warm, roll each doughnut in sugar until evenly coated.
- 10. Serve immediately for the best texture — soft inside, crisp outside.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure your oil stays between 340–360°F.
- You can use coconut milk instead of dairy for a slightly richer flavor.
- These are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated briefly in an air fryer.
- Dust with powdered sugar for a lighter finish, or drizzle with honey for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: chinese doughnuts, buffet donuts, fried dough, sugar donuts, easy donuts