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Nutella Donuts Recipe

Nutella Donuts Recipe
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Indulge in the heavenly combination of fluffy Nutella-filled donuts that are fried to perfection and coated in sugary goodness. These decadent treats are a must-try for any dessert lover!

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water (105 degrees F)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (to proof yeast)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar (add to dough)
  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 1/4 cup shortening (butter flavored Crisco)
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Additional Ingredients:

  • peanut oil or light olive oil (for frying)
  • 1 & 1/2 cups sugar (for rolling donuts)
  • LOTS OF NUTELLA

Instructions

  1. Proof the Yeast: Combine yeast, warm water, and 1 tablespoon sugar in a bowl. Let it sit until foamy.
  2. Prepare Boiling Water: Boil water in a pot.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine salt, baking powder, 1/2 cup sugar, and flour in a bowl.
  4. Prepare Dough: Add shortening, egg yolks, and vanilla to the yeast mixture. Mix in the flour gradually.
  5. Kneading: Knead the dough until smooth.
  6. Rise the Dough: Let the dough double in size in a warm place.
  7. Shape and Cut: Roll out the dough and cut into donut shapes.
  8. Rise Again: Allow the donuts to rise for another 45 minutes.
  9. Heat Oil: Heat oil for frying.
  10. Fry Donuts: Fry the donuts until golden brown.
  11. Coat in Sugar: Roll the warm donuts in sugar.
  12. Fill with Nutella: Fill each donut with Nutella using a pastry bag.
  13. Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Be careful with hot oil while frying.
  • Ensure the donuts are cooled before filling with Nutella.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers.

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Keywords: Nutella donuts, Nutella filled donuts, homemade donuts

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