Passover Doughnuts
Soft, golden, and irresistibly warm, these Passover Doughnuts are the perfect festive treat to sweeten your holiday celebrations. Made with a simple blend of pantry staples like matzo meal, butter, and eggs, this recipe transforms traditionally unleavened ingredients into fluffy bites of fried perfection. With a light dusting of powdered sugar, these doughnuts offer a delightful contrast between their crispy exterior and tender, airy center. The recipe is quick and beginner-friendly, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward frying techniques for foolproof results. Whether served as a dessert or a mid-day indulgence, these gluten-free Passover Doughnuts are sure to be a hit for Seder night and beyond.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter or margarine
- 1 cup Matzo meal
- 4 large Eggs
- 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and butter. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring until the butter is fully melted.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the matzo meal. Continue stirring until the mixture forms a smooth dough and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the dough, beating well after each addition. The dough should become smooth and slightly sticky.
In a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature as consistent as possible.
Using two spoons, scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and drop it gently into the hot oil. Fry 4-5 doughnuts at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.
Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on all sides, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
Remove the fried doughnuts with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining dough until all the doughnuts are fried.
If desired, lightly dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 777.7 g | 997% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.2 g | 691% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 873 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 898 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.4 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.4 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 421 mg | 9% | |
*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.
