Icelandic · Iceland
Traditional Icelandic Twisted Donut (Kleine)
A classic Icelandic twisted doughnut with a unique spiral shape, often served with cinnamon and sugar.
60 minutes8 servings

Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough into a long strip and twist it into a spiral shape.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the doughnuts until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with a mix of powdered sugar and cinnamon.