Grandma's Old-Fashioned Cake Donuts

Recipe View 2 mins In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs until light and creamy, about 2 minutes.

Recipe View 1 mins Gradually add the sugar, beating until well combined, about 1 minute.

Recipe View 0 mins Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully incorporated, about 30 seconds.

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.

Recipe View 2 mins Gradually add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms, about 2 minutes.

Recipe View 20 mins Cover the bowl and let the batter rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.

Recipe View 0 mins While the batter rests, heat the vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.

Recipe View 1 mins Lightly flour a clean work surface. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface and gently knead until it comes together into a cohesive mass, about 1 minute.

Recipe View 0 mins Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out to a thickness of about 3/8 inch.

Recipe View 0 mins Use a donut cutter to cut out donut shapes. If you don't have a donut cutter, use two different sized round cookie cutters.

Recipe View 2 mins Carefully lower the donuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Recipe View 0 mins Remove the donuts from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to cool slightly.

Recipe View 0 mins If desired, while the donuts are still warm, toss them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.