DOUGHNUTS
DOUGHNUTS INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 1 cup whole milk, heated to 110°F 2 to 2 1/2 cups (320 to 400 grams) bread flour 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 large egg yolks 2 tablespoons (30 grams) superfine sugar 1/2 teaspoon table salt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick or 2 ounces) unsalted butter, softened at room temperature and cut into cubes Vegetable oil for frying Basic Sugar Glaze Chocolate Glaze Special equipment: Stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and dough hook, 2 large baking sheets, non-terry dish towel, 3-inch-diameter doughnut cutter with 1-inch-diameter hole (or cookie cutters), wire cooling rack, deep-fry thermometer PREPARATION In a medium bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of the yeast with 3/4 cup of the warm milk and stir to dissolve the yeast. Add 3/4 cup of the flour and stir to create a smooth paste. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the flour mixture rest in a warm place for 30 minutes. ...