Vegan Doughnuts
Vegan doughnuts that are just as fluffy and crispy as classic egg-filled recipes, utilizing alternative milk and vegan butter.
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Instructions
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Warm milk to 105 F.
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Combine warm milk, 1 teaspoon sugar, and yeast in a mixer; let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
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Add remaining sugar, vegan butter, flour, and salt; mix until a soft dough forms.
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Knead the dough for 5 minutes, adding flour as needed, then transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
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Roll dough on a floured surface to 1/2-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes, re-rolling scraps as needed.
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Place cut doughnuts on a parchment-lined sheet and allow to rise again for 45 minutes until doubled.
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Heat 1.5 to 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350 F.
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Fry doughnuts, a few at a time, for about 1.5 minutes per side until golden, then remove and drain.
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Allow doughnuts to cool completely before glazing or filling.