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Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts Recipe

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These Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts are a delightful treat combining fluffy fried dough with a creamy, sweet cheesecake filling swirled with strawberry jam. Topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, they offer a perfect balance of tangy, fruity, and sweet flavors in every bite. This easy recipe uses classic yeast dough fried to golden perfection and filled with homemade strawberry cheesecake, ideal for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: Combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active and ready.
  2. Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Add the foamy yeast mixture, melted unsalted butter, and the room temperature egg. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead and rise: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape and fry: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or round cutter to cut into donut shapes. Let the shaped donuts rest for an additional 20-30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350-360°F (175-180°C). Fry the donuts for 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until they turn golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. Make filling: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the strawberry jam to create beautiful swirls without fully mixing it in.
  6. Prepare glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
  7. Assemble and glaze: Using a piping bag or injector, fill the slightly warm donuts with the strawberry cheesecake filling. Dip or drizzle the tops with the vanilla glaze. Let the glaze set for 15-20 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Use fresh, softened cream cheese for the smoothest filling.
  • Maintain oil temperature during frying to ensure even cooking and prevent greasy donuts.
  • If you don’t have a donut cutter, use two round cutters of different sizes to create donut shapes.
  • Donuts are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Keywords: strawberry cheesecake donuts, fried donuts, yeast donuts, cheesecake filling, strawberry jam donuts

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