When you think of homemade donuts, you probably picture grandma’s kitchen, right? But wait, did you know that Mira Banjac, our legendary film and theater actress with a career spanning 60 years, is also a kitchen wizard? Yes, you read that right! While many have been amazed by her acting talent, her secret homemade donut recipe has been passed down through generations in her family and is now finally available to all of us.
Making these donuts isn’t just cooking; it’s a trip down memory lane, back to the days when the smells from the kitchen meant warmth and love. It all starts with lukewarm milk, sugar, a pinch of salt, and yeast carefully mixed and left to rise. Then egg yolks, softened butter, sugar, and lemon zest are added, all combined with flour into an elastic dough that’s kneaded and left to double in size.
Once the dough has risen, it’s rolled out to about 7 mm thick and donut shapes are cut out with a cutter or glass. They rest again before being fried in moderately heated oil until golden brown. Finally, the donuts are dusted with powdered sugar and ready to take you back to childhood.
This recipe isn’t just a recipe; it’s part of our culture, part of who we are. In a world that changes fast, Mira Banjac reminds us that the little things, like homemade donuts, are what make us happy. So, if you’re in the mood for some sweet nostalgia, why not give this recipe a try? And hey, if your donuts turn out great, share your story — maybe you’ll be the next kitchen legend!
