Cinnamon-Spiced Doughnuts

Directions

1. 1
   Make the Doughnuts: In a small saucepan, warm the milk slightly with 1 teaspoon sugar.
2. 2
   Add the yeast and let sit for 5 minutes to proof.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, beat the egg with the water.
4. 4
   In a standing mixer with a paddle attachment mix the flour, remaining 1/3 cup sugar, salt, and nutmeg.
5. 5
   Add the proofed yeast mixture, beaten egg mixture, and melted butter.
6. 6
   Remove the paddle, switch to a dough hook, and mix until well-blended and kneaded, about 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Transfer the dough to a large greased mixing bowl.
8. 8
   Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
9. 9
   On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thick and transfer to a sheet pan.
10. 10
    Cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes, allowing the dough to rest.
11. 11
    Cut dough into 1 1/2-inch squares.
12. 12
    Line a sheet pan with a buttered sheet of parchment paper.
13. 13
    Arrange the dough squares 1/2-inch apart on the sheet pan and cover with another sheet of buttered parchment.
14. 14
    Place in a warm place to rise about 30 minutes.
15. 15
    Make the Coating: In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon to coat doughnuts.
16. 16
    Heat the oil in a large pot to 375 degrees F and fry the doughnuts for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
17. 17
    While doughnuts are still warm, toss them in the cinnamon sugar, to coat.