Cake Doughnuts

11 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons shortening, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Vegetable oil
  • Sifted powdered sugar

Directions

  1. 1
    Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs and buttermilk; beat well.
  2. 2
    Sift together flour, soda, salt, and spices; add to creamed mixture, beating well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  3. 3
    Divide dough in half. Working with one portion at a time, place dough on a heavily floured surface; roll to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut dough with a floured doughnut cutter.
  4. 4
    Heat 3 to 4 inches of oil to 375°; drop in 3 or 4 doughnuts at a time. Cook 1 minute or until golden brown on one side; turn and cook other side. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with powdered sugar. Repeat cutting and frying procedures with remaining dough.

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