Description
Gourmet gummy glazed donuts bring sweet nostalgia to classic dessert lovers. Rich and playful flavors dance with a glossy coating, promising pure delight for anyone craving a whimsical sugar rush.
Ingredients
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Donut Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups (300 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frying Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Gummy Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup gummy candies (assorted flavors)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by whisking it into tepid milk, allowing the mixture to bloom and become frothy for precise fermentation.
- Craft the doughnut base by combining dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, then incorporate wet components including melted butter, egg, vanilla, and activated yeast mixture until a cohesive, supple dough emerges.
- Transform the dough through vigorous kneading, developing gluten and achieving a silky, elastic texture. Transfer the dough to a greased container, envelop it, and permit rising in a draft-free environment until volume doubles.
- Gently roll the proofed dough on a lightly dusted surface, creating an even half-inch thickness. Utilize specialized cutters or circular kitchen tools to shape distinctive doughnut rounds with characteristic center openings.
- Arrange freshly cut doughnut shapes onto parchment-lined baking trays, ensuring comfortable spacing. Drape with a lightweight cloth and allow secondary fermentation to enhance volume and texture.
- Prepare hot oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed vessel, maintaining precise temperature around 350°F. Carefully submerge doughnuts in small batches, achieving a golden-amber exterior through controlled frying. Transfer to absorbent surfaces for excess oil drainage.
- Construct a vibrant gummy glaze by gradually melting colorful candies with water, using intermittent microwave heating and consistent stirring. Integrate powdered sugar to create a glossy, smooth coating.
- Artfully dip each crisp, warm doughnut into the luminous gummy glaze, allowing excess to gracefully drip away. Position on a cooling rack, permitting the glaze to set and crystallize before serving.
Notes
- Choose a soft, elastic yeast that creates a pillowy dough texture for the most tender donuts.
- Work quickly when cutting donuts to prevent the dough from becoming tough and losing its delicate rise.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature between 350-360°F to ensure even golden-brown exterior without greasy centers.
- For gluten-free adaptation, swap wheat flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and add xanthan gum for structural support.
- Cool donuts on a wire rack to prevent soggy bottoms and maintain crisp exterior.
- Select gummy candies with vibrant colors for a playful, visually appealing glaze that adds unexpected fun.
- Pat donuts gently with paper towels to remove excess oil without deflating their delicate structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg