Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (177°C).
- Fry Donut Holes: Using a small scoop or spoon, drop small balls of batter into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Drain and Cool: Remove the donut holes from the oil and drain on paper towels. Let them cool completely.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, dust the donut holes generously with powdered sugar.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of vegetable oil.
- Experiment with different flavors by adding extracts like almond, cinnamon, or peppermint to the batter.
- To make donut holes with a hole in the middle, use a piping bag fitted with a round tip to pipe the batter into the hot oil.
- For a healthier option, bake the donut holes in a preheated oven at 350°F (177°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Enjoy your homemade mini donut holes!