These classic cake donuts use your food processor's dough blade to create the perfect batter in just 90 seconds. Fried to golden perfection and dipped in glaze, they're the ultimate North American treat for breakfast or dessert!

🛒 Ingredients

For the donut dough (within safety limits):

• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional, for classic flavor)
• ¾ cup (180ml) milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp (28g) melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For frying & coating:

• Vegetable oil for frying
• Cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar for coating
• Simple glaze (1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp milk)

⚙️ Tools & Safety

• Dough blade only
• Donut cutter or round cutters
• Deep fry thermometer
• Timer – essential for motor protection!
• Paper towels for draining

⏱️ Step-by-Step (90-Second Mix Method)

1️⃣ Make Batter (80 seconds)

1. Add flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg to processor
2. Pulse 3-4 times to combine (10 seconds)
3. With machine running, add milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla through feed tube
4. Process exactly 70 seconds until smooth batter forms

2️⃣ Shape & Fry

1. Roll dough ½-inch thick on floured surface
2. Cut with donut cutter
3. Fry at 350°F (175°C) for 1-2 minutes per side until golden

3️⃣ Coat & Serve

1. Drain on paper towels
2. Dip in cinnamon sugar or glaze while warm

⚠️ Critical Safety Notes

✅ 70 seconds processing – well under safety limit
✅ 240g flour – safely under 500g capacity
✅ 30-minute minimum cool-down required before next use
✅ Never exceed 2 minutes of continuous processing

🌟 Why This Recipe Works

• Light texture – Food processor creates perfectly aerated batter
• Classic flavor – Nutmeg adds traditional donut taste
• Quick preparation – Ready to fry in minutes
• Machine-safe – Carefully calibrated to processor limits

Perfect for:

• Weekend breakfast treats
• Holiday mornings
• After-school snacks
• Coffee breaks

💡 Pro Tips

• Oil temperature is crucial – use thermometer for best results
• Don't overcrowd – Fry 2-3 donuts at a time
• Test one donut first to check oil temperature
• Glaze option – Dip while slightly warm for perfect coating

Always unplug during shaping and frying steps. Never exceed processing limits!

🍂 Variation Ideas

• Chocolate Donuts – Add ¼ cup cocoa powder to dry ingredients
• Lemon Glazed – Use lemon juice in glaze instead of milk
• Apple Cider – Replace ¼ cup milk with reduced apple cider

Storage: Best eaten same day, but keep 2 days in airtight container