Malasadas Hawaiian Donuts
Ingredients
- 1 package active dry yeast (1/4 oz)
- 0.8 cup sugar, plus extra for rolling
- 0.3 cup warm water (110 degrees F)
- 6 eggs
- 6 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.3 cup melted butter
- 0.3 tsp salt
- 1 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup half-and-half
- 6 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, and warm water. Set aside.
- 2
In an electric mixer, whip the eggs until thick and pale yellow. Switch to a dough hook.
- 3
With the machine running slowly, add the yeast mixture, melted butter, milk, and half-and-half. Add the salt.
- 4
Add the flour 1 cup at a time. Mix until the dough forms a soft ball and pulls away from the bowl sides.
- 5
Turn the dough into a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and set in a warm, draft-free space. Let rise until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours.
- 6
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thick. Cut into roughly 2-inch squares.
- 7
Heat oil to 365 degrees F. Fry the malasadas in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 8
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. While still warm, roll in sugar. Serve immediately.