golden puffs (fried cake doughnuts)

Deckerville, MI
Updated on Dec 5, 2012

Grandma Lawrence loved her sweets and the ease of making these golden little gems. The fresh aroma of nutmeg sizzling and the enjoyment of eating these hot. What memories!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method ---
yield 24 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking power (if you using double acting baking powder use half the amount.)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • TOPPING
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • VARIATIONS
  • 1 cup grated granny smith apples (grate with cheese grater)

How To Make golden puffs (fried cake doughnuts)

  • Step 1
    Combine all ingredients and mix with a fork until combined. Variation: If adding grated apples to the mixture do so at the end and fold in.
  • Step 2
    Drop by teaspoonfuls into hot oil. Turn when underside is brown and finish cooking. Remove from oil and drain on paper towel. Roll in cinnamon sugar mixture to coat while still warm. Serve warm and delicious. Can be stored in an airtight container if you have any left.

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