Ingredients (about 24–30 donut holes):
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
¾ cup whole milk (or any milk)
1 large egg
2 tbsp melted butter (or neutral oil)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Instructions:
Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Mix wet ingredients – In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
Combine – Add wet mixture into dry ingredients, stir until just combined (dough will be slightly sticky).
Heat oil – In a deep pot, heat 2–3 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
Form donut holes – Scoop dough with a small spoon or cookie scoop, then gently drop into hot oil. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
Drain – Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels.

Coating Options:
Cinnamon sugar: Toss warm donut holes in a mix of ½ cup sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon.
Powdered sugar: Roll in confectioners’ sugar once slightly cooled.
Glazed: Dip in simple glaze (1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp milk + ½ tsp vanilla).