Fluffy Donuts (VIDEO)

5 from 1 vote

Craving for a sweet snack that is homemade? With this fluffy donut recipe, not only will you learn how to make them, but you’ll also make your own strawberry jam for filling!

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Total Time40

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American, Dutch

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Servings:

Calories: 93kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the strawberry jam

600 g fresh strawberries
400 g sugar
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or ½ fresh lemon)

For the Donuts

250 g plain flour
30 g skimmed milk powder (or 3 tbsp)
30 g sugar (2 tbsp)
A pinch nutmeg (optional)
2 g sea salt (or a pinch)
3 ½ g yeast (or 1 tsp)
35 g butter
1 egg (medium-sized)
85 ml water ( ⅓ cup)
Sunflower oil (for deep frying)

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Instructions

For the strawberry jam

In a frying pan, mix chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
Mix them with a spatula until the sugar is dissolved.
Then, let the mixture stand for an hour.
Once you notice juices coming out, turn on the heat of the stove.
Cook the jam on medium-low heat for about 30 minutes or until it thickens.
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Use a masher to achieve a smooth and thick consistency.
Set aside for later and store in a glass jar or container once cool.

For the donuts

Mix plain flour, dried skimmed milk, sugar, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
Add yeast and stir with a spatula.
Incorporate the egg and water.
Mix them using your hands until a dough is formed.
Then, add butter and knead for ten minutes or until smooth.
On a clean surface or silicone mat, slightly flatten the dough.
Cut it into 12 pieces using a dough cutter.
Roll each dough piece into small tight buns.
Place them on a lined tray and lightly coat them in flour.
Use a dough scraper or rolling pin to flatten the dough buns.
Place them back on the lined tray and cover them with cling film and a kitchen towel.
Leave for an hour or until the dough doubles in size.

Deep frying time

In a pan, pour sunflower oil and allow it to heat.
Fry the donuts in a pan in batches.
Flip and fry until golden on both sides.
Once cooked on both sides, place them on a lined plate.
In a bowl, put sugar, and toss the donuts to coat them.
Place them back on the lined tray.
Fill a piping bag with strawberry jam.
Make a hole in the donuts using a skewer or knife.
Pipe the jam into the doughnut.
Once done, serve the donuts for snacks or desserts!

Video

Notes

Always purchase quality strawberries to make the best jam.
Be cautious when working with the dough to achieve an airy texture.
Babies cannot have donuts but they can have strawberry puree instead.
You can use baking soda, baking powder, or a sourdough starter as an alternative to yeast powder. However, the dough may react differently, so it is still best to use yeast powder.
As an alternative to a piping bag, use a zip lock or plastic bag.
The spoiled strawberry jam will have mold and yeast growth. You will also smell an unpleasant odor that’s similar to alcohol. Throw it out immediately.

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