The other day I was looking for a fun treat to make for our Family Night. We were having neighbors over to join us, and I wanted something different and exciting for my kids. Monica told me how she had recently made homemade donuts and what a hit they were. But her recipe took over night to accomplish (the dough had to rise, and refrigerate, and multiply and replenish, etc.). This conversation took place at about 2:30 PM, on the day of our Family Night, so that idea was out. However, she also knew of friends who had made donuts using canned biscuit dough. I searched and found this recipe on food network, ran to the store, bought some Grands Biscuits, and we had (semi) homemade donuts that night! They were so easy and really so delicious. In fact, the comment from my neighbor was "This is the best homemade doughnut I've ever had!" Wow! And it was such a fun cooking project for us all to do together. I had as much fun as the kids did!
Quick & Easy Homemade Donuts
adapted from: foodnetwork.com
1 package of canned biscuit dough (I used Pillsbury Grands)
cooking oil
For Glaze:
1 c. powdered sugar
2 1/2 Tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
In a large pot, heat about 2 inches of oil to 350 degrees. Cut the centers out of your biscuits. Fry the biscuits (and holes that you cut out) in the oil until they are golden. Using tongs, flip the donuts and fry the other side until golden. Take them out and set them on paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until it is smooth. While the donuts are still warm, dip them in the glaze. You can then sprinkle them with cinnamon sugar or sprinkles, or just leave them alone. And then hurry and eat them! They were so delicious while they were still warm. We had some leftovers the next day, and they were definitely better fresh.
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