Heart-Shaped Sugar Donuts: Light, Fluffy, and Adorable

In a large bowl, mix the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle in the yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

Combine Wet Ingredients

Whisk in melted butter and the egg until smooth and well combined.

Form the Dough

Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a workable dough forms.

Knead the Dough

Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Shape the Donuts

Punch down the dough, roll it out to ½-inch thickness, and use a heart-shaped cutter to make donuts.

Second Rise

Let the cutout donuts rise for another 30 minutes.

Fry the Donuts