oil for deep frying

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 cup milk

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

4 tbsp oil

1 egg

pinch of salt

step 1: Get a large bowl, sift the flour and baking powder inside the large bowl.

Next: get sugar and salt, then add and mix

Next: you should get another bowl, get the egg, lightly beat the egg and mix the oil.

Next: you should get the flour mixture and mix in until its becomes soft.

Next: now, get milk and stir in.

Next: you should gently knead the dough with your floured hands until it becomes smooth. Note: if it's still sticky, kindly add some flour.

Next: now for about 2 hours, you should allow the dough to be in a warm place.

Next: you should roll out the dough into 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.

Next: depending on the shapes that suit you, you can cut the dough into shapes that resemble fries shapes. 

Next: get the oil heat up for deep frying

Next: you can begin to drop doughnut carefully into the hot oil. Ensure you get this done only a few at a time. 

Next: simply fry and ensure you turn it once and for about 3 minutes or until it turns golden brown. 

Next: you can now remove it from oil and drain on paper.

Next: depending on your choice though, if you like, you can sprinkle with powdered sugar or cinnamon.  

And that is it! Enjoy!!