The BEST Cake Donuts

Step 1

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, beat together the butter and sugar. Beat in the egg.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, combine the remaining dry ingredients.

Step 3

Alternate adding the milk and flour mixture until everything is well combined. Knead for just a couple of minutes. If the dough is too sticky to roll out, add more flour until it's workable, 1-2 tablespoons at a time.

Step 4

Roll the dough out on a floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Use a donut cutter to cut donuts.

Step 5

Add to a pot of 375 degree oil, just a few donuts at a time so as not to crowd the pan, and fry until golden, about 2 minutes each side.

Step 6

Drain on a paper towel lined plate before tossing in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.

Step 7

Serve immediately.