Step 1: Wake up yeast (still important) - Warm milk + yeast + tbsp of sugar. Let foam 5–10 minutes.
Step 2: Mix dough - Combine dry ingredients. Add yeast mixture + discard + eggs + fats + vanilla. Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Hydration rest (important with discard) - Let sit 15 minutes.
Step 4: Proof - 45–75 minutes in a warm spot.
Step 5–7: Shape, Fry, Glaze - Pipe onto parchment, Fry at 350°F, Dip warm in glaze. Let sit 2-3 minutes.
