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Fluffy Homemade Crescent Donuts Recipe

🍩 Crescent Donuts

These crescent donuts are soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden—an irresistible homemade treat. With a light, airy texture and rich flavor, they’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave something sweet and comforting.


💛 Why You’ll Love These Donuts

  • Soft and fluffy inside, golden outside
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients
  • No special equipment needed
  • Perfect with sugar, glaze, or chocolate

🧁 Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 egg

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Dough

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
In another bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix into a soft dough.

2. Knead

Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

3. Let Rise

Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.

4. Shape

Punch down dough, roll out, and cut into triangles.
Roll each triangle into a crescent shape.

5. Fry

Heat oil to 180°C (350°F).
Fry in batches until golden brown, turning once.

6. Finish

Drain on paper towels.
Dust with powdered sugar or add glaze.


✨ Tips for Best Results

  • Keep oil temperature steady for even frying
  • Don’t over-knead the dough
  • Let dough rise fully for soft texture
  • Fry in small batches

🍫 Topping Ideas

  • Powdered sugar
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Chocolate glaze
  • Caramel drizzle
  • Jam or cream filling

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm with tea or coffee
  • Pair with fresh fruits
  • Perfect for breakfast or brunch

🧊 Storage

  • Room temperature: up to 2 days
  • Refrigerate: up to 4 days
  • Freeze: up to 2 months

Reheat in oven for best texture.


❓ FAQs

Can I bake instead of fry?
Yes, bake at 190°C (375°F) for 12–15 minutes.

Can I fill the donuts?
Yes, use jam, cream, or chocolate filling.

What oil is best?
Use neutral oils like sunflower or canola