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Basketball Donuts Recipe

Basketball Donuts Recipe – Fun Treats for Game Day Bliss

This Basketball Donuts Recipe is a fun and easy treat perfect for game day gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors and creative decorations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast Ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise.
  • 1 cup warm milk About 110°F; do not use hot milk.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted and cooled; can substitute with coconut oil.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure extract is recommended.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
For Frying
  • 2 cups vegetable oil Can use canola oil.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Creates the base for the icing.
  • 3 tablespoons milk Plus more as needed.
  • 1 teaspoon orange gel food coloring Optional; for color.
For the Chocolate Decoration
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Can substitute with dark or milk chocolate.
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil For thinning chocolate.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • donut cutter
  • deep skillet or pot
  • whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • slotted spoon
  • Wire rack
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix together warm milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, large eggs, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Add yeast mixture and stir until combined.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thick. Cut out rounds and let rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
  6. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F. Fry donuts for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  7. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  8. Dip tops of cooled donuts into icing and place on a wire rack to set.
  9. Melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil. Pipe basketball seams onto the iced donuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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