Description

Soft, pillowy, and golden brown, these homemade Brioche Donuts are the ultimate treat. Made with a rich, buttery dough and fried to perfection, they’re perfect rolled in sugar or filled with your favorite cream or jam. This recipe walks you through every step to achieve bakery-quality donuts right at home!
Keywords: brioche donuts, homemade donuts, yeast donuts recipe, soft brioche doughnuts, sugar-coated donuts

Ingredients

For the Dough:

4 1/2 cups bread flour
1 cup warm milk
2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk, room temperature
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
2 teaspoons instant yeast (see notes for active dry yeast)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or sunflower) for frying

For the Garnish:

1 cup sugar (for coating)

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Instructions

In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
While mixing with the dough hook on low speed, add warm milk, eggs, and butter (1 tbsp at a time).
Knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough is tacky but not sticky. Add a bit more flour if needed.
Lightly oil the bowl and dough. Cover with plastic wrap and a tea towel. Let rise at room temperature for 1½ hours.
Punch down dough and divide into desired sizes:
- 12 pieces = Extra Large Donuts
- 15 pieces = Large Donuts
- 20 pieces = Medium Donuts
Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place seam-side down on parchment squares.
Cover with a tea towel and proof for 30–40 minutes.
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F–355°F (176°C–179°C).
Fry 3 donuts at a time for 3–4 minutes per side (2–3 minutes per side for smaller ones).
Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Toss warm donuts in sugar.

Notes

Measure ingredients using a kitchen scale for best results.
If using active dry yeast, proof it first in warm milk with 1 tsp sugar (wait 8–10 minutes until foamy).
Keep oil temperature consistent to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts.
Best served fresh, but leftovers can be wrapped and stored at room temperature for 1–2 days.
Fill with cream or jam right before serving if desired.