Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Glazed Donuts:

Old-fashioned sour cream glazed donuts are a classic indulgence, boasting a soft and tender crumb beneath a sweet, crackling glaze. These delightful treats are a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when a freshly made donut and a cup of coffee could make any morning brighter. This recipe will guide you through recreating these iconic donuts right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients:

For the Donuts:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Donut Pan

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a donut pan or two standard-sized donut pans.

Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

1. In another bowl, combine the sour cream, eggs, melted unsalted butter, and pure vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5: Fill the Donut Pans

1. Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a Ziploc bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pans, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.

Step 6: Bake the Donuts

1. Place the donut pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into one comes out clean.

Step 7: Make the Glaze

1. While the donuts are baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk, and pure vanilla extract. Stir until the glaze is smooth and well mixed.

Step 8: Glaze the Donuts

1. When the donuts are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes.
2. Gently remove the donuts from the pan and place them on a wire rack with a tray or parchment paper underneath to catch any drips.
3. While the donuts are still warm, dip them into the glaze, coating them entirely. Allow any excess glaze to drip back into the bowl.

Step 9: Enjoy Your Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Glazed Donuts!

1. Let the glaze set for a few minutes, and then enjoy your homemade old-fashioned sour cream glazed donuts. These classic treats are best when fresh, so savor them with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk.

 

Old-fashioned sour cream glazed donuts are a delicious journey back to a simpler time. With their tender, cake-like texture and sweet glaze, they are a timeless treat that can brighten any morning. Enjoy making and savoring these delightful donuts in the comfort of your home.