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Air Fryer Donuts
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
▢1 cup warm whole milk (105 to 110F)(240mL)
▢1 (0.25-ounce/7g) packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
▢¼ cup plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar divided (62g)
▢6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (85g)
▢1 large egg at room temperature
▢3 cups all-purpose flour plus additional for dusting (360g)
▢½ teaspoon salt
▢coconut or olive oil cooking spray
For the Glaze:
▢3 cups confectioners’ sugar (120g)
▢½ cup whole milk (120mL)
▢2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
▢½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Prepare the Donuts:
In a small bowl, whisk together the warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Let the mixture stand until very bubbly, 5 to 10 minutes.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and remaining ¼ cup sugar until smooth. Stir in yeast mixture until combined. Add the flour and salt. Mix on low speed until a shaggy dough forms. Increase speed to medium-low, and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. (The dough will be slightly sticky.)
Transfer the dough to a large, lightly oiled bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly dust with flour.
Punch down the risen dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a ½-inchthick rectangle. Using a donut cutter, cut out 12 donuts and 12 donut holes, re-rolling scraps as necessary. You can also use a 3-inch and 1inch round cookie cutter to cut out the donuts. Place donuts and holes on the prepared baking sheet. Loosely cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place, until doubled in size, about 15
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Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 10 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Working in batches, carefully place donuts in an even layer in the air fryer basket, about 1-inch apart. Lightly spray the tops with oil.
Cook for 6 minutes for donut holes and 8 minutes for big donuts or until golden brown. (I recommend frying the big donuts and donut holes separately since the cook times are slightly different.)
For the Glaze:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Dip the warm donuts and donut holes into the glaze. Place on a wire rack and let the glaze set for about 5 minutes before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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50 Carpet Bowling Every Wednesday 1:00 Decker Lake Hall 1:00 PM
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Here’s an overview of the events and activities at the Legion from May 26 to May 31
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- Fish Friday: Treat yourself to Sandy’s famous Manhattan Clam Chowder and classic Fish n’ Chips.
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- Need ice? We sell bags of ice for $3.50. If you need more than just a couple of bags, please call 250 8454151 to pre-order.
Meat Draws: On hold until September.
- Darts: Coming back in September.
Thank you for your continued support of our local Legion! We can’t wait to welcome you!
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Lakes District Museum
is accepting exhibition proposals
The Lakes District Museum is still accepting exhibition proposals from qualifying artists interested in displaying their work in the Heritage Gallery during the months of June to September 2025. Exhibitions may be solo or group shows, or a curated exhibition in August 2025. ‘Arts August’ exhibition may include one or more pieces of art on any subject matter, in any medium, by local or regional artists. For more information, or to obtain an Exhibition Proposal package, visit the Lakes District Museum (next to the Visitor Information Centre on Highway 16 across from CNC) or phone 250-692-7450 or e-mail the Museum Society at: ldmuseumsociety@gmail.com.
