Maple Bacon Doughnut Recipe

 

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 25 mins

Servings: 8 servings

Yield: 8 doughnuts

Homemade doughnuts don't have to be complicated. Using refrigerated biscuits makes the process quick and easy, and the result is a delicious treat with minimal effort. This maple bacon doughnut recipe offers a perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors, reminiscent of popular doughnuts from Krispy Kreme.

Ingredients

• 8 strips bacon
• 1 (16.3-ounce) can refrigerated biscuits
• Canola oil or vegetable oil, for frying
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons milk, or as needed

Steps to Make It

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Ensure all ingredients are ready before starting.

2. Fry the Bacon:

   • In a large skillet, fry the bacon until crisp.
   • Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate and crumble when cool enough to handle. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Biscuits:

   • Pop open the container of refrigerated biscuits.
   • For each biscuit, poke a hole in the center using your finger and gently stretch to form a ring. Make the holes slightly larger than necessary, as they will puff up during frying.

4. Heat the Oil:

   • In a large cast-iron skillet, heavy-bottomed deep pan, or electric skillet, add enough oil to fry the doughnuts. Heat the oil to 375 F.

5. Fry the Doughnuts:

   • Fry the doughnuts in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
   • Drain doughnuts on paper-towel-lined plates to cool.

6. Make the Glaze:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of the milk. Add more milk as needed to achieve a glaze consistency.

7. Glaze the Doughnuts:

   • Dip each doughnut in the glaze and place on a wire rack.
   • Immediately sprinkle each doughnut with the crisped and crumbled bacon so the bacon sticks to the glaze.

8. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Enjoy the doughnuts while fresh and warm.

Tips

• Oil Temperature: Fry doughnuts at the proper temperature of 375 F to ensure they cook evenly without absorbing too much oil.
• Storage: These doughnuts taste best when enjoyed fresh. Leftover doughnuts can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 541
• Fat: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 57g
• Protein: 8g

Making these maple bacon doughnuts at home is quick and rewarding, offering a delightful treat that combines the best of sweet and savory flavors. Enjoy them fresh for the best experience!