Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 3 ½ cups
• Granulated sugar - 1 cup
• Baking powder - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Ground nutmeg - ½ teaspoon
• Unsalted butter - ¼ cup, melted
• Eggs - 2 large
• Buttermilk - ¾ cup
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying

Instructions

1. 1.

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.

2. 2.

   In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

3. 3.

   Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.

4. 4.

   Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

5. 5.

   On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thickness.

6. 6.

   Using a donut cutter, cut out donuts and holes.

7. 7.

   Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).

8. 8.

   Fry the donuts in batches, turning once, until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

9. 9.

   Remove donuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

10. 10.

    Allow to cool slightly before glazing or dusting with sugar.

Nutritional Facts