Super Easy Jelly Doughnuts
Indulge in the ultimate homemade treat with these *Super Easy Jelly Doughnuts*—a recipe that brings bakery-quality delights right into your kitchen! Perfectly golden and pillowy soft, these doughnuts are crafted from a simple yeast dough that's easy to prepare and requires minimal hands-on time. Filled with your favorite jelly or jam and finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, they deliver a heavenly bite bursting with sweetness in every mouthful. Whether you're new to frying or a seasoned pro, this foolproof recipe ensures a delightful dessert or snack in just over an hour. With instructions tailored for simplicity and ingredients you likely already have at home, these jelly-filled doughnuts are the perfect quick indulgence to satisfy your cravings. Serve them fresh, warm, and irresistibly gooey for a treat your family will request on repeat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup jelly or jam
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix thoroughly to combine the dry ingredients.
In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk and unsalted butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm (about 110°F). Do not let it get too hot.
Add the warm milk mixture and large egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air and transfer it back to the floured surface.
Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness and use a 3-inch round cutter to cut out circles. Re-roll the scraps as needed.
Place the dough circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let them rest for 30 minutes to puff up slightly.
In a deep pot or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat to 350°F. Carefully fry 2-3 doughnuts at a time for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate.
Once all the doughnuts are fried and slightly cooled, use a small piping bag fitted with a round nozzle to inject each doughnut with jelly or jam.
Dust the filled doughnuts generously with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2434 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 149 mg | 3% | |
*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.
