Portuguese Doughnut (Bola de Berlim)

Experience the delightful taste of Portuguese Doughnuts, known for their crispy exterior and soft, airy interior. These treats are a fantastic addition to breakfast or a perfect companion to a cup of coffee. This recipe takes you through each step to make these delicious pastries from scratch, bringing a bakery-like aroma to your kitchen. Enjoy baking these at home, whether you’re a beginner or experienced baker.

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 tsp dry yeast
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine warm milk, dry yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
2. Add the beaten eggs, melted butter, salt, and all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick and cut into rounds using a cookie cutter. Let them rise on a baking sheet for another 30 minutes.
5. In a pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the doughnuts in batches until golden brown on each side, about 1-2 minutes per side.
6. Remove doughnuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. While still warm, coat the doughnuts in powdered sugar before serving.

Keywords: Traditional, Sweet, Coffee companion

Spice Rack: Salt

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