Soofganiyot Hanukkah Doughnuts
Experience the joy of Hanukkah with Soofganiyot, traditional jelly-filled doughnuts that are as festive as they are delicious! These pillowy treats are made from a rich, yeast-raised dough, fried to golden perfection, and filled with sweet raspberry or strawberry jam, creating an irresistible flavor combination. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these doughnuts are soft, airy, and lightly sweetened, making them the perfect centerpiece for your holiday celebrations. Ideal for sharing, this recipe’s step-by-step process ensures perfectly puffed doughnuts every time, whether you're a seasoned baker or trying your hand at these delectable fried delights for the first time. Celebrate the season with these classic Hanukkah doughnuts that embody the warmth, sweetness, and togetherness of the holiday!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Dry yeast
- 1 cup Milk (warm, about 110°F)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 whole Eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Raspberry or strawberry jam
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 6 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.25 cup Water (warm, about 110°F)
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, remaining granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the foamy yeast mixture, warm milk, melted butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm area for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Use a 2.5-inch round cutter to cut out circles of dough. Place the circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes until puffy.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain a consistent temperature.
Carefully fry 2-3 doughnuts at a time, about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Once slightly cooled, use a piping bag fitted with a small tip to inject about 1-2 teaspoons of jam into the center of each doughnut.
Dust the filled doughnuts generously with powdered sugar.
Serve fresh and enjoy the warm, sweet flavors of this Hanukkah treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.0 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 81 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 80 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.
