Ingredients:

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (7 g)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g), divided
  • 1 cup warm milk (240 mL)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (28 g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (440 g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Oil for frying (approximately 4 cups/950 mL)
  • 1 cup jelly or jam of your choice (360 g)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

  1. Combine warm milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg, melted butter, vanilla, remaining sugar, salt, and the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add the flour until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, approximately 1-2 hours.
  6. Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface to about ½ inch thick. Cut out circles with a cookie cutter.
  7. Place circles on a floured baking sheet, cover, and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. In a deep pot, heat oil until it reaches 375°F (190°C); use a thermometer for accuracy.
  9. Fry the dough circles in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  10. Let cool slightly, then using a piping bag or funnel, fill each doughnut with jelly.
  11. Roll filled doughnuts in powdered sugar before serving.