1canrefrigerated biscuits(see below for homemade recipe)
2quartsfrying oil
topping(granulated sugar, powdered sugar, cinnamon and sugar, or icing )
Instructions
Pour the oil into a pan with 3 inch sides (such as a cast iron skillet) until it is about 1 ½ inches deep. Place thermometer in the back of the pan so it is in the oil, but not touching the bottom and you can easily monitor it. Heat to 375℉.
Flatten the biscuits to about ½ inch with your hand and make a large hole in the middle.
Put sugar or cinnamon sugar in a small bowl if you are using it.
When the oil is at 375℉, GENTLY slide in the donuts a few at a time. Keep an eye on the temperature as you fry, when you add the donuts the oil will cool.
Adjust the temperature as needed to maintain the 375℉.
Cook until the edges start to look brown then flip, about a minute or two per side.
Remove from the oil with the spoon or tongs and place on paper towels to absorb some of the oil.
Dip in sugar. If frosting, put on a cooling rack to cool before icing or it will melt.
Notes
Instead of canned biscuits you can use this recipe.