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Who invented the donut and where did it come from?

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Who invented the donut and where did it come from?

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Records show that in the mid-19th century, the Dutch began making a treat known as olykoeks (oil cakes).

The origin of the name of donuts is also debated. Some people believe that the word donut refers to the nuts that were placed in the middle of the dough to correct the problem of the uncooked centers. Others believe that it refers to dough knots, which was a popular shape for olykoeks.

"Rather than dealing with the gooey, uncooked center, he chose to punch a hole through the center of the dough, eliminating the uncooked center altogether.

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Doughnuts:

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 1/8 cups whole milk, warmed

3 teaspoons instant yeast

2 large eggs

1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, melted

4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

1/2 teaspoon salt

4 cups vegetable shortening, for frying (or peanut or safflower oil)

Glaze:

3 cups powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract