YEAST DOUGHNUTS

FOR THE DOUGH:
1 1/2 cups bread flour (7 oz)
3/4 cup all purpose flour (3 1/2 oz)
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons dry milk
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon dry yeast
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
3 ounces semi sweet chocolate, melted
1/2 cup blanched almonds, chopped
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup whipped cream
1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (2 3/4 oz)

Place first 6 ingredients inside the bread pan. Add water. Close cover and place dry yeast into the yeast holder. SELECT: BASIC DOUGH MODE. Press start. (Breadmaker completes the basic dough mode 2 hours and 25 minutes later)

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball. Place on a lightly floured surface. Cover with a plastic wrap and rest for 20 minutes.)

Shape each ball as desired, in a ring, twisted, or in an oval shape. Place on a greased baking pan. Proof at 90 degrees F for 30 minutes or until nearly doubled.

Deep fry the doughnuts in 360 degree F oil until golden brown. Let cool.

If desired, cut a hole on one end of doughnut and fill with jelly or your favorite filling.

Garnish with your choice of toppings.

Source: Don Fifield