Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
• Add the remaining sugar, flour, salt, and eggs to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
• Gradually add the softened butter, mixing until incorporated. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
• Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 0.5 inch thickness. Cut out donuts using a donut cutter or two different sized round cutters.
• Place the donuts on parchment-lined baking sheets, cover, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
• Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the donuts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
• Remove donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain.
• While the donuts are cooling, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth for the glaze.
• Dip the warm donuts into the glaze, letting the excess drip off. Place back on the wire rack to set.