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Lemon Cream-Filled Donuts


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  • Author: sarah
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these light and fluffy Lemon Cream-Filled Donuts, bursting with a tangy lemon curd filling and topped with powdered sugar.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup lemon curd (for filling)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.
  2. Combine wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Bring dough together. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  4. Preheat oil for frying to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Shape the dough into balls, about 1.5–2 inches in diameter.
  6. Fry until golden brown, approximately 2–3 minutes per side.
  7. Drain on paper towels or a wire rack for 5–8 minutes.
  8. Fill each donut with lemon curd using a piping bag.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes

Best served warm; enjoy with coffee or tea for a refreshing treat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg