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Glazed Sourdough Donuts

Delightful Glazed Sourdough Donuts combining tangy sourdough flavor with a sweet glossy glaze, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup 100% hydration sourdough starter (250g)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (115g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup raw cane sugar (55g)
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter (50g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla (3g)
  • 1 tsp salt (4g)
  • 2 1/4 cup organic bread flour (290g)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1-3 cups coconut oil for frying
Glaze Ingredients
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Method
 

Mixing the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, whole milk, egg, raw cane sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Strengthening the Dough
  1. Gradually add the bread flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
First Rise
  1. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 60-120 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Rolling and Cutting
  1. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters to cut out donuts and holes.
Second Rise
  1. Place the cut donuts on a floured baking sheet. Cover them loosely with a towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Frying or Baking
  1. Heat the coconut oil in a deep frying pan to about 350°F (175°C) and fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  2. For a baked version, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the donuts in a greased donut pan and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
Glazing
  1. In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and whole milk to create a smooth glaze. Dip each donut into the glaze while they are still warm.

Notes

Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly. Don't skip the second rise for lighter donuts. Adjust glaze thickness with additional powdered sugar or milk.