Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts

Here’s a delicious recipe for Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts. These donuts combine the classic flavors of strawberry cheesecake with the indulgence of a donut.

Ingredients:

For the Donuts:

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water (110°F)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup milk, warm
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups all-purpose flour

For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Making the Donuts:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, melted butter, warm milk, salt, vanilla extract, and egg. Mix well.
   • Add the yeast mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.
   • Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
2. First Rise:
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
3. Shape the Donuts:
   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.
   • Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one large and one small for the center hole) to cut out donuts. You can also leave them whole if you prefer stuffed donuts without a hole.
   • Place the donuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them with a damp cloth and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.
4. Fry the Donuts:
   • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the donuts, a few at a time, for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
   • Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Making the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
   • Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
   • Fold in the diced strawberries gently.

Filling and Glazing the Donuts:

1. Fill the Donuts:
   • Once the donuts have cooled slightly, use a piping bag with a filling tip to inject the strawberry cheesecake filling into the center of each donut.
2. Prepare the Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Glaze the Donuts:
   • Dip the top of each filled donut into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off.
   • Place the glazed donuts on a wire rack to set.

Enjoy your homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts!