Description
These Classic Jelly Donuts are light, fluffy, and filled with sweet strawberry jam. Fried to golden perfection and rolled in sugar, they taste just like your favorite bakery donuts but even better homemade.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup warm water (110-115°F)
- 2 packets (0.25 oz each) active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup sugar, divided
- 1/2 cup warm whole milk (110-115°F)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
- 2 large egg whites, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine remaining sugar, warm milk, melted butter, egg yolks, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir well.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Roll dough to 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface. Cut into rounds with a 2–3 inch cutter. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts in small batches for about 1 minute per side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- While warm, roll donuts in sugar to coat evenly.
- Fill each donut with strawberry jam using a piping bag or spoon. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Keep oil at a consistent 350°F for even frying.
- Roll donuts in sugar immediately after frying for best coating.
- Try different fillings like raspberry or lemon curd for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg