Fluffy Idaho Potato Doughnuts
Discover the delightful taste of Fluffy Idaho Potato Doughnuts, a treat that has captured the hearts of many! Infused with the creamy goodness of Idaho russet potatoes, these doughnuts boast a light and airy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, they are best enjoyed fresh out of the fryer and topped with a sweet glaze. This recipe yields a generous batch of 48 doughnuts, making it ideal for gatherings, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience for rising, you can create these irresistible treats that are sure to impress family and friends alike!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Idaho russet potato
1 lb (peeled and quartered)
yeast
2 packages (active dry yeast)
warm milk
1.5 cups (heated to 112 degrees Fahrenheit)
vegetable oil
0.5 cup (for mixing)
sugar
0.5 cup (granulated sugar)
eggs
2 (large, beaten)
salt
1 teaspoon (fine salt)
flour
7.5 cups (all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling)
oil
for deep frying (any neutral oil)
water
1/3 cup (reserved from cooking potatoes)
powdered sugar
4 cups (for glaze)
vanilla
1 teaspoon (pure vanilla extract)
Instructions
1
In a pot, place the peeled and quartered Idaho russet potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2
Drain the potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Set this water aside to cool.
3
Allow the potatoes to cool down to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Once cooled, mash them thoroughly until smooth.
4
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the reserved cooking water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
5
Add the mashed potatoes, warm milk, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
6
Gradually add flour, about a cup at a time, mixing until you have a soft dough that pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
7
Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, turning it over to coat the top with oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
8
After the first rise, punch down the dough and let it rise again for an additional 25 minutes.
9
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to roughly 1/2 inch thick. Using a floured doughnut cutter, cut out doughnut shapes.
10
In a deep fryer or large electric skillet, heat the oil to 375°F.
11
Fry the doughnuts in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd, until they are golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
12
While the doughnuts cool slightly, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, reserved water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
13
Dip each warm doughnut into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
14
Enjoy your fluffy Idaho potato doughnuts and try not to devour them all at once!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Fluffy Idaho Potato Doughnuts?
These are light and airy treats made with Idaho russet potatoes, known for their creamy goodness and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
What type of potatoes should I use for this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for Idaho russet potatoes for the best results.
Why use potatoes in doughnut dough?
Potatoes provide a unique moisture and a light, airy structure that makes the doughnuts exceptionally fluffy.
How many doughnuts does this recipe make?
This recipe yields a generous batch of approximately 48 doughnuts.
How long should I boil the potatoes?
Boil the peeled and quartered potatoes for about 15-20 minutes until they are tender.
How much potato water should I reserve?
You should reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, and the ingredient list specifies 1/3 cup is used specifically for the glaze mixture.
What temperature should the potatoes be before mashing?
Allow the potatoes to cool down to 110 degrees Fahrenheit before mashing them until smooth.
What kind of yeast is required?
The recipe requires 2 packages of active dry yeast.
How long does the yeast need to sit?
The yeast should sit in the reserved cooking water for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
What temperature should the milk be?
The milk should be heated to 112 degrees Fahrenheit before being added to the mixture.
How much vegetable oil is in the dough?
The recipe calls for 0.5 cup of vegetable oil for the dough mixture.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 2 large, beaten eggs for this recipe.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of fine salt.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires 7.5 cups of all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling.
How long is the first rise?
The dough should rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
What should I do after the first rise?
After the first rise, you should punch down the dough and let it rise again.
How long is the second rise?
The second rise should last for an additional 25 minutes.
How thick should the dough be rolled?
Roll out the dough to roughly 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface.
What tool is used to shape the doughnuts?
A floured doughnut cutter is recommended to cut out the doughnut shapes.
What is the correct oil temperature for frying?
Heat the oil in a deep fryer or electric skillet to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long do you fry the doughnuts?
Fry the doughnuts in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
What ingredients are in the glaze?
The glaze is made by mixing 4 cups of powdered sugar, reserved potato water, and vanilla extract.
When should I dip the doughnuts in the glaze?
Dip each doughnut into the glaze while they are still warm for the best coating.
How many cups of powdered sugar are in the glaze?
The recipe uses 4 cups of powdered sugar to make the glaze.
What type of vanilla is used?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract for the glaze.
What type of oil is best for frying?
Any neutral oil suitable for deep frying can be used.
How should the doughnuts be cooled?
After glazing, transfer the doughnuts to wire racks to cool completely.
Are these doughnuts good for parties?
Yes, with a yield of 48 doughnuts, they are ideal for gatherings and parties.
How many total ingredients are used?
The recipe features a total of 12 ingredients.
What is the texture of these doughnuts?
They have a light, airy, and fluffy texture that melts in your mouth.