Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts are a heavenly treat featuring fluffy, golden-fried donuts filled with a rich, creamy strawberry cheesecake filling. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these homemade stuffed donuts offer the perfect balance of sweetness and indulgence. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a decadent pastry, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress everyone!
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- Oil for frying
For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream, whipped
For Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Make the Donut Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add melted butter and eggs, mixing well.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Mix in strawberry puree and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gently fold in whipped heavy cream for a light, creamy texture.
- Transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate until needed.
Shape and Fry the Donuts:
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it to ½-inch thickness.
- Cut into rounds (about 3 inches) and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Cover and let rise for another 20 minutes.
- Heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry donuts in batches, 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Fill and Coat the Donuts:
- Roll warm donuts in granulated sugar (or cinnamon-sugar mixture).
- Use a skewer to make a small hole in the side of each donut.
- Pipe chilled strawberry cheesecake filling into the center.
Notes
- Oil Temperature: Keep the oil at 350°F (175°C) to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts.
- Storage: Store filled donuts in the fridge for up to 3 days. Unfilled donuts can be frozen.
- Baking Option: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Rising Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
