Buttermilk Doughnuts

10 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. active yeast
  • 1/4 c. warm water
  • 3/4 c. scalded buttermilk
  • 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 c. shortening
  • 1/2 c. fresh mashed potatoes
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 3 1/2 to 4 c. flour

Directions

  1. 1
    Dissolve yeast in water; set aside.
  2. 2
    Combine remaining ingredients.
  3. 3
    Stir in yeast.
  4. 4
    Knead 5 minutes, until smooth.
  5. 5
    Let rise until double.
  6. 6
    Roll out on floured board to 1/2-inch thick. Cut doughnuts with cutter.
  7. 7
    Let rise 30 to 35 minutes.
  8. 8
    Fry in hot oil until brown on both sides.
  9. 9
    Drain on paper towel.
  10. 10
    Dust with sugar and cinnamon.
  11. 11
    Makes 2 dozen.

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