Super Easy Doughnuts recipe

18 servings

2 tablespoons white vinegar

7/8 cup milk

2 tablespoons shortening

1/2 cup white sugar

1 egg

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups sifted all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 quart oil for deep frying

1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Stir the vinegar into the milk, and let stand for a few minutes until thick.

In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth.

Beat in the egg and vanilla until well blended.

Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture alternating with the vinegar and milk.

Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/3 inch thickness.

Cut into doughnuts using a donut cutter.

Let stand for about 10 minutes.

Heat the oil in a large deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Fry doughnuts in the hot oil until golden, turning over once.

Drain on paper towels.

Dust with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm, and serve immediately.