Smultringer Norwegian Doughnuts with Apple Glaze

With a hint of apple glaze, these Norwegian doughnuts are called Smultringer and are a delightful treat. These are ideal for a warm snack or dessert, particularly in the winter months. The soft and fluffy doughnuts are enhanced by the sweet and slightly tangy flavor of the apple glaze.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Oil for frying vegetable or canola
• For the Apple Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp apple juice
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions:

Mix the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt in a sizable bowl

Whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl

Blend thoroughly

Mixing until just combined, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients

The dough should be sticky; do not overmix

Refrigerate the dough for a minimum of half an hour after covering it with plastic wrap

Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch on a surface dusted with flour

To cut out doughnuts, use a round cookie cutter or a doughnut cutter

In a deep pan, heat the frying oil to 350F 175C

A few doughnuts at a time, carefully add them to the heated oil and cook for two to three minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown

Using a slotted spoon, remove the doughnuts and set them on a plate covered with paper towels to absorb any remaining oil

To make the Apple Glaze, blend powdered sugar, apple juice, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a small amount of salt until a smooth consistency is achieved

Let any extra doughnut glaze drip off as you dip each cooled doughnut into it

If desired, you can also decorate with sprinkles

Before serving, let the glaze settle for a few minutes

Savor your mouthwatering Apple Glazed Smultringer Norwegian Doughnuts!