For Austin in the 2/25/09 newsletter searching for doughnut recipes that use cake mix, I think this may be what you want. I think you could probably use other flavor cake mixes, but have not tried that. It has been a long time since I used this recipe and I can’t remember how many doughnuts this makes. Other readers may remember that, as this recipe was very popular many, many years ago.
Robbie In

Doughnuts using Cake Mix
2 c warm water
1 tbsp yeast
1 box white cake mix
4 c flour

Dissolve yeast in water. Add cake mix and flour. Dough will be soft, mix well. Let rise about 1 hr. Roll out on floured counter, cut. Let rise 30- 45 min. Fry in vegetable oil.

Glaze while warm with: Powdered sugar glaze.

Powdered Sugar Glaze
1 tbsp. butter
1 c. powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 to 2 tbsp. milk
1/8 tsp. salt

Put butter in 2 cup glass measure cup. Cook on high in microwave for 30 seconds or until melted. Add all ingredients. Starting with 1 1/2 tablespoons milk, add more only if needed to get glaze consistency. Yield: About 1/2 cup.

You may add the following ingredients for variations.
Chocolate Glaze: Add 2 ounce unsweetened chocolate

Coffee Glaze: Substitute hot water for milk. Dissolve 1 teaspoon instant coffee in hot water.

Lemon or Orange: Substitute 2 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon grated peel for the milk.

Maple Glaze: Add 1/2 teaspoon maple extract.
Robbie IN

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