Classic Jelly Donuts
Indulge in the sweet, pillowy goodness of homemade **Classic Jelly Donuts**, a timeless treat that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any moment in between. These fluffy, golden-brown donuts are made from a rich yeast dough that's fried to perfection and filled with your favorite fruit jam for a burst of fruity sweetness in every bite. Rolled in a generous dusting of powdered sugar, they achieve the ideal balance of light and indulgent. With simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and eggs, these donuts come together with an impressive yet approachable process. Whether it's for a weekend indulgence or a special occasion, this recipe will fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly fried donuts and leave everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect your donut-making skills and savor the ultimate comfort food with this classic recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cups whole milk
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cups fruit jam of choice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until it is just warm to the touch (about 110°F/43°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar, and the active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, and eggs to the yeast mixture, and mix until well combined.
Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms. If using an electric mixer, switch to the dough hook attachment and knead on medium speed for about 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release the gas and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Using a round cutter (about 3-inches in diameter), cut out circles of dough and place them on a floured baking sheet. Cover with the towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place the donuts in the hot oil, frying them in batches for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
Let the donuts cool slightly, then fill a pastry bag fitted with a small round tip with your chosen jam. Press the tip into the side of each donut and squeeze in about 1-2 teaspoons of jam.
Dust the filled donuts generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.7 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 44.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 188 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 105 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
