Honey Glazed Donuts Recipe

There’s nothing like a warm, freshly baked donut to start your day off right. And when that donut is covered with a sticky, sweet honey glaze, it’s even better. That’s why I love making these honey glazed donuts at home. They are soft and tender on the inside, and crispy and golden on the outside. 

If you love donuts, you will love this honey glazed donuts recipe. These donuts are soft, fluffy, and coated with a delicious honey glaze that adds a touch of sweetness and shine. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, and they are easy to make at home with simple ingredients.

How To Make Honey Glazed Donuts

Honey glazed donuts are basically fried dough circles that are dipped in a sweet and sticky honey glaze. The dough is made with flour, milk, eggs, yeast, sugar, salt, Butter/Margarine, and Vanilla Extract. The glaze is made with honey, Icing Sugar, Milk, and Vanilla Extract. 

Equipment

You will also need some equipment to make honey glazed donuts, such as:

• Deep Fryer
• Dutch Oven
• Stand Mixer
• Thermometer

Ingredients

Dough

• Yeast, 2 tablespoon 
• ¼ cup warm 40°C Water
• 1 ½ cups 40° 2% Milk
• Granulated Sugar, ½ cup 
• Salt, 1 teaspoon 
• Vanilla Extract, 1 tablespoon
• 2 Large Eggs Room Temperature
• Butter/Margarine Melted, ⅓ Cup 
• All Purpose Flour,5-6 Cups
• Canola Oil For Frying, 2 Quarts 

Glaze

• Icing Sugar, 4 Cups
• ½ Cup 2% Milk
• Vanilla Extract, 1 tablespoon 
• Honey, 2 tablespoon 

Step By Step Instructions To Make Honey Glazed Donuts

Make Dough

Let the yeast bloom in water and sugar in your mixer bowl. After it has bloomed (foamy and ready to go), add the milk, butter, and eggs. Pour in the vanilla, add the salt, and then add one cup of flour at a time. If you want the dough to be soft, but not sticky, it should be quite soft.

Rise The Dough

Oil the dough and the boiling water and allow it to rise until doubled in a warm place. When the dough has doubled in size or an indentation remains when poked, you’ll know it has risen enough.

Shape the Donuts and Rise Again

Once the dough has risen, punch down the down and work out any air bubbles. You can use a donut cutter dipped in flour or you can find something in your kitchen to cut the dough to 12″ thick on a floured work surface. Cover and let the donuts and holes rise for another hour! (I used a large wine glass for the outer circle and a cap for the center.)

Frying

For each side, fry for one minute in 360° Canola Oil. To catch grease, place a cooling rack underneath a paper towel.

Glaze

In a saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring to a simmer while whisking constantly. Make sure you ‘cook out’ the stale taste of powdered sugar (I decided that this was a thing while making this) Take the glaze off the heat after a few minutes of simmering and dip the cooled donuts into it. To set them up, place them back on the wired rack.

How To Serve Honey Glazed Donuts

Here are some tips and ideas to make your donut experience even more enjoyable.

Serve them fresh: Honey-glazed donuts are best when they are freshly made or reheated. You can make your own dough at home or buy ready-made dough from a bakery or supermarket. 

Serve them with coffee or tea: Honey glazed donuts go well with hot or cold beverages, especially coffee or tea. You can choose your favorite blend or flavor and enjoy the contrast between the bitter and sweet tastes. You can also add some milk, cream, sugar or honey to your drink to make it more creamy and rich.

Serve them with fruit or nuts: Honey-glazed donuts are already delicious on their own, but you can also add some extra toppings to make them more nutritious and colorful. You can slice some fresh fruit such as strawberries, bananas, apples, or oranges and place them on top of or around the donuts. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions that people have about making honey-glazed donuts:

How do I know if my yeast is active?

To test if your yeast is active, you can dissolve it in some warm water with a pinch of sugar and let it sit for 10 minutes. If it bubbles and foams up, it means it is alive and ready to use. If not, you may need to buy new yeast or check the expiration date.

How do I prevent my donuts from getting soggy?

To prevent your donuts from getting soggy, make sure you drain them well after frying and let them cool slightly before dipping them in the glaze. You can also place them on paper towels after glazing to absorb any excess moisture.

How do I store honey glazed donuts?

Honey glazed donuts are best eaten fresh on the same day they are made. However, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or in the refrigerator for up to four days. You can also freeze them in freezer bags for up to two months.

Conclusion

In conclusion, honey glazed donuts are a delicious treat that you can make at home with simple ingredients and a few steps. They are soft, fluffy, and coated with a sweet and sticky honey glaze that adds a burst of flavor. You can enjoy them as a breakfast, snack, or dessert, or share them with your family and friends.

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