1-Getting started with this recipe is exciting and straightforward, beginning with setting up your workspace. Pour oil about 1 inch deep into a skillet that’s roughly 10 inches wide and 2 1/2 inches deep, or use an electric frying pan for better control. Heat the oil to 350°F (177°C) to ensure your donut holes fry up golden and crisp.

2-Next, in one bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg if using, 2 to 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon table salt. In another bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: 1 cup milk and 1 large egg, then combine them with the dry mix and stir in 4 tablespoons of melted butter to form a thick batter.

3-Now, drop the batter in balls about 2 inches for larger holes or 1 1/2 inches for smaller ones into the hot oil using a cookie scoop or spoon. Fry for 2 minutes on the first side until deep brown, turning as needed, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes for larger ones or 1 1/2 minutes for smaller. Drain on paper towels, let cool, and serve warm or at room temperature, perhaps dusted with sugar or dipped in maple syrup or honey.