Cover and let it rise, in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or double in size .punch dough down , turn dough out onto a well floured surface. And knead several times .roll dough out to 1/2 inch thickness, and cut out with 2 1/2 floured doughnut cutter , place doughnuts on a lightly floured cookie sheet , cover and let rise for 30 minutes or till doubled in size.

Heat 3 inches of oil to 350° , drop in 2 or 3 doughnuts at a time away from u ,cook 1 minute on each side , place on wire rack when lightly golden color. Put a paper towel under wire rack .

Melt butter and chocolate in a sauce pan , remove from heat add hot water, vanilla and powder sugar and beat well .keep warm , stir occasionally, do this when ready to fry the doughnuts