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Chinese Donuts
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Chinese Donuts

Chinese Donuts are the delicious Chinese buffet treats with a yeast dough made from scratch and deep fried golden brown, then rolled in sugar.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 197 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Chinese-American Fussion

Ingredients

  • 1 packet active dry yeast , (0.25 ounces)
  • 1/4 cup water warm
  • 1/3 cup sugar , divided
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 cups flour
  • vegetable oil , for frying
To Finish:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

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  1. In a large mixing bowl add yeast, warm water, and sugar, stirring well.
  2. Let sit for 5 minutes, until foamy.
  3. Add evaporated milk, oil, remaining sugar, and egg.
  4. Add in baking powder, nutmeg, salt and flour, whisking in the flour in 1/2 cup increments until all the flour has been mixed in.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  6. Punch down dough and remove onto a floured surface.
  7. Roll dough into a 12x12-inch square, roughly 1/4" thick.
  8. Cut out 3-inch circles with a biscuit cutter.
  9. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil to 375 degrees.
  10. Without crowding the pot, fry donuts in batches.
  11. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
  12. Remove with slotted spatula onto a baking sheet.
  13. Note: Fry the remaining edges and enjoy as a treat for the cook!
To Finish:
  1. Add sugar and nutmeg to a bowl and mix.
  2. Add donuts to the bowl one at a time and roll in sugar until well coated.

Nutrition Information

Calories 197kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g (18%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 0.03g (2%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 198mg (8%) Potassium 66mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 35IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 121mg (12%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 197

% Daily Value*

Calories 197kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 198mg 8%
Potassium 66mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 35IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 121mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.