Super Fluffy Potato Donuts (Fail-Proof Recipe!)
If you’re a true baking lover, you must try this Potato Donut recipe! The results are guaranteed to be soft, perfectly fluffy, and beautifully puffed with that signature white ring. They’re great as a mood booster treat or even as a fun idea for your online business.
Donut Dough Ingredients
500 g bread flour (high-protein)
200 g boiled potatoes (mashed while hot, then cooled)
100 g granulated sugar (or powdered sugar)
4 egg yolks
11 g instant yeast (1 sachet)
50 g milk powder
100 ml cold water or cold milk (add gradually)
80 g margarine or butter
½ tsp salt
How to Make Potato Donuts (with the White Ring Tip)
1. Activate the Yeast
Mix instant yeast with a little warm water and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until it foams—this means the yeast is active.
2. Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, milk powder, and mashed potatoes. Stir well. Add the egg yolks and the yeast mixture.
3. Knead the Dough
Gradually add cold water while kneading until the dough is half smooth. Do not pour all the water at once!
4. Add Margarine & Salt
Mix in margarine (or butter) and salt. Continue kneading until the dough is smooth, elastic, and can be stretched thin without tearing.
5. First Proofing
Shape the dough into a ball, cover with plastic wrap or a clean cloth, and let it rise for 45–60 minutes until it doubles in size.
6. Shape the Donuts
Punch down the dough, then divide it into 40–50 g portions. Roll into balls, then poke a hole in the center. Place them on a floured surface.
7. Second Proofing
Let the shaped donuts rest again for 20–30 minutes until they become lighter and airy.
8. Fry (White Ring Secret!)
Heat enough oil over medium-low heat. Fry the donuts and flip them only once when the first side is golden brown. This prevents excess oil absorption and helps form the perfect white ring in the middle.
9. Cool Before Decorating
Drain and let the donuts cool completely before adding toppings.
Trendy Topping Ideas
A. Easy Chocolate Glaze
100 g dark compound chocolate, melted
Mix with 1 tbsp margarine or butter
(Dip the donuts in and let the glaze set before serving!)
