Glazed Donut Recipe with Black Tea Powder

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons black tea powder (use a high-quality loose black tea for best results)
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup milk, warmed
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for frying
• 1 cup water, for frying
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for coating
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon, for coating
• Vanilla extract, optional

Instructions:

Prepare the Black Tea Mixture:

• In a small saucepan, combine the black tea powder and milk, warming it gently over low heat until the tea is fully infused. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

Prepare the Donut Batter:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
• In another bowl, combine the cooled black tea mixture, egg, and softened butter. Mix well.
• Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Prepare the Frying:

• Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
• Use a spoon or a piping bag to carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, cooking in small batches to avoid overcrowding.

Fry the Donuts:

• Fry the donuts until they are golden brown on all sides, turning as needed. This should take about 1-2 minutes per side. Be careful not to overfry.

Drain and Coat:

• Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil.
• While the donuts are still warm, toss them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon to coat.

Serve:

• Serve the Glazed Donuts warm, with a drizzle of vanilla extract if desired, for an added touch of flavor.
• Enjoy the unique flavor of black tea-infused donuts with a sweet and spicy cinnamon sugar coating.