Go Back
Delicious mini donut bites served on a plate, perfect for sweet cravings.

Mini Donut Bites

Delightful little donuts that are soft on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. Perfect for parties, snacks, or breakfast, and easily customizable with your favorite toppings!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup warm milk Ensure it's warm but not too hot to activate the yeast.
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
For Frying and Coating
  • 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (optional) Optional for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add the yeast mixture into a separate bowl with flour and salt, then add melted butter. Mix everything together to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and soft.
  4. Cover and let it rise for 1–2 hours until doubled.
  5. Make small bite-sized balls from the dough.
Frying
  1. Fry in medium hot oil until golden brown.
  2. Toss in sugar or cinnamon sugar while warm.

Notes

Store Mini Donut Bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerated for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds before serving. Tips: Don’t skip kneading; fry in small batches; feel free to add flavors like vanilla or nutmeg.