Oliebollen (American Doughnut Style)

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 500g
• Granulated sugar: 50g
• Instant yeast: 10g
• Lukewarm water: 300ml
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil: For deep frying
• Doughnut glaze (optional): Powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, water, salt, and baking powder.
2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
4. Punch down the dough and form it into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter.
5. Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
6. Remove the doughnuts from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
7. Dip the doughnuts into the doughnut glaze, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fluffy and airy
• Slightly sweet
• Glazed or plain
• Perfect for breakfast or dessert

User Comments:

• "These are the best doughnuts I've ever had!"
• "The perfect American twist on a classic Dutch treat."
• "They're so light and fluffy, I could eat a dozen!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use lukewarm water to activate the yeast.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the doughnuts tough.
• Be careful when frying the doughnuts, as the oil is very hot.
• Let the doughnuts cool slightly before dipping them into the glaze, to avoid melting it.