How To Make Soft And Fluffy Donuts At Home Easily

By Aditi Saraswat

November 3, 2025

Skip the store-bought version and indulge in the art of making doughnuts right from the comfort of your home! With light, fluffy and a melt-in-mouth texture, these donuts are perfect for every occasion. 

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp instant yeast ¼ tsp salt 2 tbsp butter (softened) ½ cup warm milk (adjust as needed) Oil for frying Optional: chocolate glaze, powdered sugar

Step 1

Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk and sugar with it. Keep it for rest for about 10 minutes till it turns frothy.

Step 2

Mix flour, salt, butter, and yeast. Knead it to make a soft, smooth dough.

Step 3

Cover the dough and let it rise for about an hour until it doubles in size.

Step 4

Roll the dough about half an inch thick, cut circles using a cutter, and make small holes in the centre.

Step 5

Place the prepared donuts on butter paper and rest for 20 minutes to get a light texture.

Step 6

Heat oil and fry these till golden brown on both sides. 

Step 7

Dip in chocolate or sugar glaze, or dust with some powdered sugar and enjoy.