Easy 2-Ingredient Yogurt Donuts

Name: Easy 2-Ingredient Yogurt Donuts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup All-purpose flour (Alternatively, use self-rising flour if available for a slightly lighter texture. If using all-purpose flour, you might consider adding 1 teaspoon of baking powder for more rise, though the original recipe implies just flour and yogurt for the dough.); 1/2 cup Plain yogurt (Full-fat or Greek yogurt can be used for a richer dough. Adjust flour quantity slightly if dough is too sticky or dry.); 2-3 cups Vegetable oil (For deep frying, or enough to fill your pan to about 1-2 inches deep.); 1/4 cup Granulated sugar (For dusting the fried donuts. Adjust to taste.)

Discover how to make surprisingly delicious donuts with just two main ingredients for the dough: flour and yogurt! While not exactly like traditional yeast donuts, these quick and easy treats are incredibly yummy and definitely worth a try. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, they are fried until golden brown and dusted with sugar. This recipe is simple, fast, and satisfying, proving that great taste doesn't always require a long ingredient list.

#Donuts

#2-Ingredient

#Easy

#Dessert

#Quick Recipe

#Fried

#Yogurt

#Snack

Mixing the 2-ingredient dough

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Dessert

English

Nutrition (per serving)

200

Calories

Protein

30g

Carbs

Fat

Rolling and cutting donut shapes

Ingredients

All-purpose flour
(Alternatively, use self-rising flour if available for a slightly lighter texture. If using all-purpose flour, you might consider adding 1 teaspoon of baking powder for more rise, though the original recipe implies just flour and yogurt for the dough.)
1 cup
Plain yogurt
(Full-fat or Greek yogurt can be used for a richer dough. Adjust flour quantity slightly if dough is too sticky or dry.)
1 cup
Vegetable oil
(For deep frying, or enough to fill your pan to about 1-2 inches deep.)
2 cups
Granulated sugar
(For dusting the fried donuts. Adjust to taste.)
1 cup

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Donuts frying to golden perfection

Instructions

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In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and plain yogurt. Mix well with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer to a clean surface and knead the dough for about 3-5 minutes until it's smooth and soft.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and plain yogurt. Mix well with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer to a clean surface and knead the dough for about 3-5 minutes until it's smooth and soft.
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Do not over-knead the dough. It should be soft and slightly elastic. If it's too sticky, add a tiny bit more flour. If too dry, add a teaspoon of yogurt.
2
Lightly flour your work surface and a rolling pin. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness. Using a round cookie cutter (or a glass rim) and a smaller cutter for the center (like a piping tip), cut out donut shapes.
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Lightly flour your work surface and a rolling pin. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness. Using a round cookie cutter (or a glass rim) and a smaller cutter for the center (like a piping tip), cut out donut shapes.
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Reroll any dough scraps to cut more donuts, being careful not to overwork the dough. The thickness will affect the final texture.
3
Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan or pot. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches about 350-375°F (175-190°C). If you don't have a thermometer, test by dropping a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and float up immediately.
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Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan or pot. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches about 350-375°F (175-190°C). If you don't have a thermometer, test by dropping a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and float up immediately.
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Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature. If it's too cold, the donuts will absorb too much oil and be greasy. If too hot, they will brown quickly on the outside but remain raw inside.
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Carefully place 2-3 donuts into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to flip them and remove once done.
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Carefully place 2-3 donuts into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to flip them and remove once done.
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Fry in small batches to maintain the oil temperature and ensure even cooking. Keep a close eye on them as they can brown quickly.
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Transfer the fried donuts to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. While still warm, dust generously with granulated sugar on all sides.
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Transfer the fried donuts to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. While still warm, dust generously with granulated sugar on all sides.
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Dusting the donuts while they are warm helps the sugar adhere better. You can also use powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or drizzle with chocolate for variations.