Description
These warm peach-filled donuts offer a delightful blend of sweetness and fruitiness, perfect for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ripe peaches, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough back in the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: Dice the peeled peaches and set aside.
- Shape the Donuts: Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a donut cutter or a glass. Add a spoonful of diced peaches to the center of half the circles. Place another dough circle on top and press the edges to seal.
- Fry the Donuts: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the donuts in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Coat the Donuts: Mix the 1/4 cup sugar with the cinnamon in a shallow bowl. While the donuts are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until coated.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough.
- Test oil temperature with a piece of dough; it should sizzle and float to the surface.
- Adjust sweetness by adding a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut