# What you'll need:
→ Donuts
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Frying
09 - Vegetable oil for frying
→ Decoration
10 - 2 cups powdered sugar
11 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
12 - Red gel food coloring
13 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or melted dark chocolate
14 - 8 yellow chocolate candies or fondant squares for belt buckles
# Method:
01 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend whole milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
03 - Add wet mixture to dry ingredients and stir gently until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
04 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan to a depth of 2 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).
05 - Lightly flour your hands, shape dough into 8 balls, flatten slightly, and create holes in the center using a floured cutter or bottle cap.
06 - Fry the donuts in batches for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels and allow to cool completely.
07 - Whisk powdered sugar with 2 to 3 tablespoons milk until smooth, then tint with red gel food coloring until vibrant.
08 - Dip each cooled donut into the red glaze, set on a rack, and allow to set for 10 minutes.
09 - Pipe or arrange melted dark chocolate or mini chocolate chips horizontally across donuts as belts, then place a yellow candy or fondant square in the center to resemble a buckle.
10 - Allow the decoration to solidify before serving.
