Billy the butternut’s monster doughnuts
American 15 Mins Prep · 35 Mins Cook
- In a microwavable bowl or jug, combine the butter and milk and place in the microwave for 30 seconds or until melted and warmed through. Add in the vanilla extract.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm milk and butter mixture with the yeast and set aside. Leave for 5 minutes or until foamy. Add in the cooked butternut squash, vinegar, egg and egg yolks and beat until well combined. Mix in the remaining ingredients on a low speed until fully combined, be careful not to overmix. Cover with a clean tea towel and allow the dough to rise for one hour in a warm spot until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 3cm thickness. Using a 5cm round cutter, cut out approx. 10 circles then cut out the centre using a 2cm round cutter. Cover and set aside for 1 more hour.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the icing sugar, water, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more water, if needed.
- Preheat a pot of oil or deep-fat fryer to 180°C.
- Once the doughnuts have proofed, drop them in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on either side until golden and cooked through. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dip each doughnut into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the glazed doughnuts back on the wire rack and decorate them with candy eyes and gummy teeth.
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