These Jam-Packed Strawberry Donuts Get An Extra Flavor Boost With A Special Ingredient
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
12 minutes
Servings:
12 Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into fine powder, plus more for topping
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for coating)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup strawberry jam
Directions
  1. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, sugar, and freeze-dried strawberry powder in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
  4. Heat the oil to 350 F in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to maintain the temperature.
  5. Using a donut hole scoop or two small spoons, carefully drop batter into hot oil in batches of 6-8. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  6. Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels.
  7. While still warm, brush the donuts with melted butter, and toss them in granulated sugar.
  8. Add the strawberry jam to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
  9. Fill each donut by inserting the tip into the side and piping about 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam into the center.
  10. Sprinkle with more ground freeze-dried strawberries.
  11. Serve immediately.