The Perfect Donut

Aka the Simpsons Do'h-nut


Cartems Donuts is a fan favourite in Vancouver, but if you're not in the area don't let geography stop you from having the perfect donut. Try out this receipe at home:

Step 1: Place the sugar and melted butter in a large bowl and combine with a whisk until it’s smooth.

Step 2: Add the egg, oil, and vanilla and whisk until combined.

Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. Mix to gently combine.

Step 4: Add half the dry mixture into the wet mixture, whisk gently until some of the flour remains, then add all the buttermilk, mix a little, and add the rest of the flour.

Step 5: Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a plastic bag with a corner cut off. (You can also just use a spoon and smooth out the tops.)

Step 6: Grease the donut tray with cake goop or your favorite pan release, and fill each cavity 1/2 to 3/4 of the way full of batter.

Step 7: Bake at 450ºF (232ºC) for 7-9 minutes. When the tops are firm and bounce back when you touch them, they’re done.

Step 8: Cool the donuts in the pan for 5 minutes, then flip them out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Make sure to not glaze while warm.


Ingredients