Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade desserts with these Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts. Combining fluffy fried dough with a decadent cream cheese filling, this recipe marries the best of both worlds: the comforting warmth of a donut and the creamy texture of cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blackberries, raspberries), chopped
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Extra powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Begin by heating up the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Aim for a stable temperature of 350°F; this helps achieve that desired golden color without burning. As the oil heats, take a mixing bowl and whisk together the warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Allow this mixture to sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy — indicating that the yeast is alive and well. Next, add in the eggs, melted butter, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour into the mixture, kneading it together until a soft dough forms. This step is essential, as the kneading process develops the gluten, which will give your donuts that fluffy texture.
- After kneading, cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap to keep the warmth in. Let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size — this should take about an hour. During this time, the yeast will work its magic, creating airy pockets in the dough for that perfect chewy texture.
- Once risen, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it out to about ½ inch thick. Use a cookie cutter or round object to cut the dough into rounds. After cutting, let these dough rounds rise again for about 30 minutes. This second rise is crucial as it allows the donuts to become light and fluffy. Meanwhile, get your wire rack ready by lining it with paper towels for draining the fried donuts.
- Carefully place the dough rounds into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Flip them once to ensure even cooking, and fry until they are golden brown — this should take about 1–2 minutes per side. Once out of the oil, let them drain on the prepared wire rack. It’s essential to keep an eye on the oil’s temperature throughout the frying process; adjust the heat as needed.
- While your donuts cool, prepare the cheesecake filling. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Finally, fold in the chopped mixed berries, adding bursts of flavor to your creamy filling.
- Once cooled, take your piping bag and fill each donut with the cheesecake mixture. Be careful not to overfill them, or they risk bursting while frying. After filling, finish them off with a light dusting of powdered sugar to enhance their sweetness.
Notes
Make sure to use a thermometer to ensure your oil is at the right temperature for frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 4 g