Herman Applesauce Doughnuts

Sweet yet tangy, these sweet Herman starter doughnuts are amply spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and hint of a dollop of applesauce in the batter.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 302 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup white sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon water
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• ½ cup applesauce
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 8 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1/2 cup Herman Sourdough Starter

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a small bowl, dissolve baking soda in warm water.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg yolks, Herman sourdough starter, buttermilk, vanilla extract, applesauce and dissolved baking soda. Mix together cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder and flour. Stir flour mixture into the wet ingredients until smooth.

Step 3

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to 3/4 inch thickness. Cut out the doughnuts and let stand for 10 minutes before frying.

Step 4

Heat deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Carefully slide doughnuts into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.