Succulent Strawberry Cheesecake-Filled Doughnuts 🍩🍓
Ingredients:
For the Doughnuts:
2 1/4 teaspoons of instant yeast
1/4 cup of lukewarm milk (110°F/45°C)
1/4 cup of white granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon of salt
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
4 oz of cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup of white granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup of finely chopped fresh strawberries
For Coating:
1/2 cup of white granulated sugar
1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
Instructions:
Prepare the Dough:
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm milk and let it sit for approximately 5 minutes, or until frothy.
In a large bowl, combine the sugar, eggs, butter, and vanilla extract. Mix in the yeast mixture.
Add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft and pliable dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling:
In a medium bowl, blend together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Mix in the finely chopped strawberries. Set aside.
Shape and Fry the Doughnuts:
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (one larger and one smaller) to cut out doughnut shapes.
Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the doughnuts, a few at a time, for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the doughnuts to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Stuff the Doughnuts:
Once the doughnuts have cooled slightly, use a piping bag fitted with a small tip to fill each doughnut with the strawberry cheesecake filling.
Coat the Doughnuts:
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
Roll the stuffed doughnuts in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
Serve:
Enjoy the Strawberry Cheesecake-Filled Doughnuts warm or at room temperature. They are perfect for a sweet treat or dessert!
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1.5 hours | Servings: 12
These Strawberry Cheesecake-Filled Doughnuts are a delightful combination of sweet and creamy, with a perfectly crispy exterior!