There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of making homemade jam-filled donuts! This quick and easy recipe delivers donuts that are light, fluffy, and bursting with your favorite jam—far superior to store-bought versions. With simple ingredients and a step-by-step guide, you’ll be frying up these treats in no time. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, these donuts are sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 200ml warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 25g fresh baker’s yeast
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- Jam of your choice (strawberry, apricot, raspberry, etc.)
- Sunflower oil for frying
- Icing sugar for dusting
Preparation:
- Activate the Yeast: Crumble the baker’s yeast into a bowl. Add 100g of flour and 4 tbsp warm milk. Mix well and let it sit in a warm place for 2 hours until bubbly.
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the remaining 400g of flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Mix well. Create a well in the center and add the eggs. Whisk until combined. Add the activated yeast mixture and the remaining warm milk, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Let it rise for 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.
- Shape the Donuts: After rising, knead the dough briefly on a floured surface. Roll it out to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out 6 cm circles using a cookie cutter. Place 1 tbsp of jam in the center of each circle, cover with another circle, and seal the edges tightly with a little water or milk.
- Final Rise: Let the shaped donuts rest for 45 minutes at room temperature.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat sunflower oil in a deep pan. Fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
- Dust and Serve: Sprinkle with icing sugar and enjoy warm or cold!
