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Jelly Donuts


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  • Author: sarah
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously fluffy jelly donuts filled with your choice of sweet jam, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sweet jam (e.g., strawberry or raspberry)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk until lukewarm, ensuring it’s not too hot. Dissolve the yeast in the milk, allowing it to sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl, creating a dry mixture.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the flour mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, working it until it’s silky smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, roughly 60 minutes.
  6. Punch down the dough, then roll it out to about ½ inch thick.
  7. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter, reserving half of them for the tops.
  8. Fill half the circles with a spoonful of jam and top with another dough circle, pinching the edges tightly.
  9. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F.
  10. Fry the donuts until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes.
  11. Remove the donuts, let them drain on paper towels, and dust with powdered sugar while warm.

Notes

For lighter donuts, consider using an air fryer or bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg