Best 5 Mashed Potato Doughnuts Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and unique twist on the classic doughnut? If so, then mashed potato doughnuts might be just what you're looking for. These doughnuts are made with a combination of mashed potatoes, flour, sugar, eggs, and baking powder, creating a soft and fluffy texture that is out of this world. Topped with your favorite glaze or powdered sugar, these doughnuts are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MASHED POTATO DOUGHNUTS



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As a special treat in winter, my parents would make a double batch of these doughnuts to welcome us six kids home from school. This recipe from my great-aunt has been handed down through the generations.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 cup warm buttermilk (110° to 115°)
1-1/2 cups warm mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)
3 eggs
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 cups sugar, divided
4 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 cups all-purpose flour
Oil for deep-fat frying
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm buttermilk. Add potatoes, eggs and butter. Add 2 cups sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. , Turn onto a floured surface; divide into fourths. Roll each portion to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. doughnut cutter. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry doughnuts, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Combine remaining sugar and cinnamon; roll doughnuts in cinnamon-sugar while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MASHED POTATO DOUGHNUTS - SPUDNUTS



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Nothing beats a fresh doughnut! This thrifty recipe comes from the New England chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in preparation time.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 48 doughnuts

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups flour
7 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups mashed potatoes
3 eggs, well beaten
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 cup milk
oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Sift first three ingredients together.
  • Beat potatoes, eggs, sugar, melted butter together; add nutmeg and milk and stir.
  • Add sifted ingredients and stir until just blended; chill.
  • Preheat the oil to 375F in a large saucepan or stockpot.
  • Place about 1/3 of the dough at a time on a lightly floured board, sprinkle surface lightly with flour and roll to 3/8" thickness (the dough should be just stiff enough to handle; the softer the dough, the more tender the doughnut).
  • Cut with a doughnut cutter dipped in flour.
  • Fry until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels for a few seconds; roll in granulated or confectioners' sugar, if desired.

GROPHENS (GERMAN MASHED POTATO DOUGHNUTS)



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Grophens are an old German "donut." This recipe has been handed down to me from my mom which was handed down to her from her mom. Grophens taste the best when eaten hot right out of the fryer sprinkled with sugar! Grophens can be sugared while hot.

Provided by RATCHMAN

Categories     Bread     Pastries     Doughnuts

Time 2h

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ounces active dry yeast
½ cup lukewarm water
1 cup milk, scalded
1 cup mashed potatoes
⅓ cup shortening (such as Crisco®)
⅓ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, beaten
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup raisins, or to taste
2 cups oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water.
  • Mix scalded milk with mashed potatoes, shortening, sugar, and salt.
  • Add eggs and yeast mixture to milk mixture. Gradually add flour, beating with a large fork to form a soft dough. Stir in raisins.
  • Turn out onto a floured board. Knead lightly. Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter (without center hole). Be sure the whole cutter is filled with dough.
  • Place grophens on parchment paper-lined pans and let rise 1 hour. Stretch the sides with your fingers to form a slight hollow in the center.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry grophens in the hot oil, working in batches, until golden, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 81.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

TASTY MASHED POTATO DOUGHNUTS



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For a twist on the normal doughnut, try this recipe. Your family will love them.-Florence Ladwig, Monroe, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups sugar, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup cold mashed potatoes
2 large eggs, beaten
2/3 cup whole milk
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Shortening or oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 1 cup sugar, salt, nutmeg, vanilla and butter. Add potatoes; mix well. Add eggs and milk; mix well. Stir in the flour and baking powder. Chill thoroughly. On a lightly floured surface, roll out half the dough to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut into 4x1-1/2-in. strips; roll in flour and tie into knots. Preheat shortening or oil to 375°; fry doughnuts until golden on both sides, turning with a slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels. Repeat until all doughnuts are fried. Combine remaining sugar and cinnamon; roll warm doughnuts in mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

MASHED POTATO DOUGHNUTS



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These doughnuts are remarkably light. This is a really easy (and tasty!) recipe. From now on, I'm going to make sure I make extra mashed potatoes just so I have leftovers!

Provided by Heather Isom

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 eggs
3/4 c sugar
3 Tbsp soft shortening
2 3/4 c flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 c mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, beat 3 eggs well.
  • 2. Beat in sugar and soft shortening.
  • 3. Stir in flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla and mashed potato.
  • 4. Chill dough for 1 hour.
  • 5. Shape doughnuts and deep fry.
  • 6. Glaze doughnuts or sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar when just out of the fryer.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are good choices for mashed potato doughnuts because they are starchy and have a fluffy texture.
  • Make sure the potatoes are cooked thoroughly: The potatoes should be soft and easily mashed.
  • Season the mashed potatoes well: The mashed potatoes should be seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Chill the mashed potatoes before frying: Chilling the mashed potatoes will help them hold their shape better when they are fried.
  • Use a deep fryer or a large saucepan filled with oil to fry the doughnuts: The oil should be heated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Fry the doughnuts in batches: Do not overcrowd the pan, or the doughnuts will not cook evenly.
  • Drain the doughnuts on paper towels: This will help remove excess oil.
  • Serve the doughnuts warm: Mashed potato doughnuts are best served warm, with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Mashed potato doughnuts are a delicious and unique twist on the classic doughnut. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of toppings. Whether you are looking for a fun and festive treat or a new way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, mashed potato doughnuts are a great option.

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