Fastnachts(Doughnuts)

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Delicious fastnachts doughnuts feature a tender, flavorful dough infused with nutmeg and cinnamon, perfect for a sweet treat or special occasion, appealing to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 3 eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 to 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Cream together sugar and shortening.
  2. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla; mix well.
  3. Combine dry ingredients and blend into wet mixture until the dough becomes shiny and smooth.
  4. Roll out on a floured surface and cut into doughnut shapes with a cutter.
  5. Deep fry in vegetable oil or shortening until golden brown, turning once.
  6. Coat with sugar, powdered sugar, or frosting as desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

871 kcal 44% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9g 18% DV
Total Fat 45.4g 58% DV
Carbs 98.3g 36% DV
Fiber 7.4g 27% DV
Sugar 21.9g 44% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12574.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 444mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 64mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.9mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1738.8mg 100% DV
Iron 7.3mg 40% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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