Super Easy Doughnuts

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 3/8 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 quart oil for deep frying
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe

Preparation Time: 14 mins Cook Time: 2 mins Ready Time: 16 mins


• stir the vinegar into the milk, and let stand for a few minutes until thick.
• in a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. beat in the egg and vanilla until well blended. sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture alternating with the vinegar and milk. roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/3 inch thickness. cut into doughnuts using a donut cutter. let stand for about 10 minutes.
• heat the oil in a large deep skillet to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). fry doughnuts in the hot oil until golden, turning over once. drain on paper towels. dust with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm, and serve immediately.