Discover the ultimate Old Fashioned Sour Cream Glazed Donuts recipe that combines a soft, cakey interior with a crispy exterior, all topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. These homemade donuts are a must-try for any donut lover, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With the richness of sour cream and the warmth of nutmeg, these donuts are a delightful treat that rivals any store-bought version. Follow our step-by-step guide to create these mouthwatering donuts in just 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Ingredients:
For the Donuts:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 3 Tbsp. softened unsalted butter
- ¼ Cup granulated sugar
- ¼ Cup golden brown sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ Tbsp. vanilla extract
- 1½ Cup sour cream
- 2½ Cup all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp. baking powder
- 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
- ½ Tbsp. salt
- ¼ Tbsp. ground nutmeg
For the Glaze:
- 3 Cups powdered sugar
- ½ Cup salted butter, melted
- 1 Tsp. vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsp. hot water
Preparation:
- Step 1: In a large bowl, mix 3 Tbsp softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg yolks and vanilla extract, blending well.
- Step 2: Sift flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
- Step 3: Alternate adding the flour mixture and sour cream to the butter mixture in thirds, mixing until just combined.
- Step 4: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Step 5: Roll out the dough to ½ inch thickness and cut donuts using a donut cutter. Re-roll scraps for additional donuts.
- Step 6: Fry donuts in 325°F oil for 2 minutes per side, then drain on paper towels.
- Step 7: Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and hot water until smooth.
- Step 8: Dip cooled donuts in glaze and let set on a cooling rack. Serve with coffee or milk for the ultimate treat!
