Stuffed Donuts: A Decadent Delight
Indulging in a freshly baked stuffed donut is a pleasure that transcends the ordinary. The delightful combination of a fluffy, golden exterior and a luscious, gooey filling makes these treats a favorite among both young and old. If you’re ready to elevate your baking skills and delight your taste buds, follow this comprehensive stuffed donut recipe that goes beyond the ordinary and guarantees a heavenly experience.
Ingredients:
For the Donut Dough:
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Filling:
1 cup of your favorite jam (strawberry, raspberry, or apricot work well)
1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
1 cup pastry cream (homemade or store-bought)
For the Glaze:
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Donut Dough:
In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture, stir, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, flour, and salt. Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
2. Shape and Fill the Donuts:
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out donut shapes.
Place a teaspoon of your preferred filling (jam, chocolate hazelnut spread, or pastry cream) in the center of half of the donut shapes.
Top each filled donut with another donut shape and press the edges to seal, creating stuffed donuts.
3. Fry the Donuts:
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