Strawberry Cheesecake Donut Holes Recipe
These Strawberry Cheesecake Donut Holes are bite-sized fried treats filled with a smooth, creamy cheesecake filling and topped with a sweet strawberry jam drizzle. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, they make an irresistible dessert or snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to delight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 donut holes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Filling and Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam (slightly warmed)
Instructions
- Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until well blended. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a cohesive dough forms.
- Filling Preparation: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Frying: Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Using floured hands, shape the dough into small 1-inch balls. Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until the donut holes are golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Assembling: Fill a small pastry bag with the cream cheese mixture and carefully inject each fried donut hole with the filling. Drizzle each filled donut hole with the slightly warmed strawberry jam for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature is maintained at 350°F for even frying and to prevent greasy donut holes.
- Use floured hands when shaping the dough to prevent sticking.
- You can substitute strawberry jam with any berry or fruit jam of your choice.
- Serve donut holes fresh for the best texture and flavor.
- Cooling the cream cheese filling slightly before injecting can make it easier to handle.
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Donut Holes, Fried Donut Holes, Cream Cheese Donut Filling, Dessert Donuts, Sweet Treats
