My sister-in-law taught me this simple biscuit donut method when we spent a weekend at the cabin, and I make them when we go camping too. They’re quick to fry, easy to coat in cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar using a paper bag, and cleanup is minimal.
Easy Biscuit Donuts
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- Author: Julie
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Fry
- Cuisine: American
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Ingredients
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- Canola or vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cans large buttermilk biscuits
Instructions
- Heat 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix the sugar and ground cinnamon and set aside for coating.
- Place the biscuits on a cutting board and use a 1½-inch round cutter to remove the center from each biscuit to form the donut shape.
- Fry the donuts in batches until golden on one side, then flip with tongs to brown the other side. Fry the cut centers to make donut holes.
- Drain the fried donuts on paper towels, then toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture (or powdered sugar) while still warm.
Notes
Adapted from a classic biscuit donut recipe. These are best eaten the same day while warm and crisp. For easy coating and minimal mess, place the sugar mixture in a paper bag, add a few donuts at a time, and shake gently to coat.