Step 1 Prepare the Yeast
Mix warm water sugar and yeast in a bowl Allow it to sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it’s frothy

Step 2 Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl combine flour sugar and salt Add the yeast mixture milk melted butter and eggs Mix until dough forms

Step 3 Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic

Step 4 Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl cover with a cloth and let it rise until doubled approximately 1 to 1.5 hours

Step 5 Shape the Doughnuts
After rising punch down the dough and roll it out to about ½ inch thick Cut out doughnut shapes using a doughnut cutter

Step 6 Second Rise
Place the cut out doughnuts on a baking tray cover lightly and let them rise for 30 minutes

Step 7 Fry the Doughnuts
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot Fry the doughnuts until golden brown about 1 to 2 minutes on each side

Step 8 Create Glaze
In a bowl whisk together powdered sugar milk and vanilla until smooth

Step 9 Glaze the Doughnuts
Once the doughnuts are cool enough to handle dip them into the glaze allowing excess to drip off

Step 10 Enjoy Your Doughnuts
Serve immediately or allow to set on a wire rack