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Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts

Decadent Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts You'll Crave Daily

Indulge in these Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts, a perfect blend of airy donuts and rich cheesecake filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1/2 cup Warm Milk about 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar helps activate yeast
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour or bread flour for chewier texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted) can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 large Egg use room temperature
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) ensure it’s well softened
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar replace part with honey for a different sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract using pure vanilla enhances taste
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Jam or fresh mashed strawberries
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil opt for high smoke point oil

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • donut cutter
  • deep pan
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of warm milk, 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Pour in the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a shaggy dough forms and knead until well combined.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Once risen, roll the dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out donuts. Let rest for 20-30 minutes while heating oil to 350-360°F. Fry each donut for 1.5-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in 1/4 cup of strawberry jam.
  6. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency with more milk or sugar as needed.
  7. Inject the cheesecake filling into each cooled donut using a piping bag. Dip the tops into the glaze and let set for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store at room temperature for 2 days, in the fridge for 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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