Plain Cake Doughnuts Recipe

Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

In a large bowl sift together flour sugar salt baking powder cinnamon and nutmeg. Mix in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk and egg until smooth. Knead lightly then turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with a doughnut cutter or use two round biscuit cutters of different sizes.

Carefully drop doughnuts into hot oil a few at a time. Do not overcrowd pan or oil may overflow. Fry turning once for 3 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels.