Sweet Potato Doughnuts

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and yeast
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and melted butter
3. Step 3: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms
4. Step 4: Add the mashed sweet potatoes and mix until well combined
5. Step 5: Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic
6. Step 6: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour
7. Step 7: Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F
8. Step 8: Punch down the dough and roll out to 1/2 inch thickness
9. Step 9: Cut out doughnuts using a doughnut cutter
10. Step 10: Fry the doughnuts for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown
11. Step 11: Drain the doughnuts on paper towels and toss in cinnamon sugar to coat