🍩Donuts🍩

Where Do Donuts Come From?

''In the 1800’s there was a long European history on donuts, donuts  were introduced to America by New Netherlands By the dutch. Back then they called it olykoeks “oily cakes” instead of Donuts. However, Hanson Gregory an American claimed that he invented donuts.''

How Are Donuts Made?

''The way they make donuts is interesting. The dough is mixed and shaped, dropped into hot oil and fried. The oil needs to be between 300-375 degrees F and fried for 2-3 minutes. Donuts can be used with many oils like canola, vegetable and olive (but make sure to deep fry for olive oil.)''

Why Did They Name It Donuts?

''There are many different stories behind how donuts were named. Some say that nuts were added to the dough to add flavor, Another story is that the dough was often tied in a knot style, (a dough knot evolved into donut). Some called the dough, nuts because they were shaped like walnuts.''

Why Do Most Donuts Have Holes?

''Donuts were made at one point with holes in the middle, because they thought that  would help cook the dough evenly to taste better. Factories now use big machines that already shape the dough like a ring so the hole is already there.''

What Is The Most Popular Donut Sold?

''The 10 most popular donuts sold are Glazed, Lemon cream, Chocolate glazed, Boston cream, chocolate long John, Chocolate frosting with sprinkles, Vanilla frosting with sprinkles, Powered and Maple. America’s favorite donut flavor is the Glazed donut. 10 Million donuts are sold every year in America. Donuts are the 2nd most profitable food item.''

Homemade Donuts Video(s):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDpiaiiQyzE