Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup water, warmed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Frying:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- For Filling:
- 1 cup raspberry jam or your favorite jelly
- For Coating:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm milk, warm water, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough forms a soft ball.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Doughnuts:
- Punch down the dough and turn it onto a lightly floured surface.
- Roll the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Use a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out dough circles.
- Place the dough circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for about 30 minutes.
- Fry the Doughnuts:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the doughnuts in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Remove the doughnuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Fill and Coat the Doughnuts:
- Using a pastry bag fitted with a small round tip, fill the doughnuts with raspberry jam or your favorite jelly.
- Roll the filled doughnuts in granulated sugar while they are still warm.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the doughnuts warm and enjoy the delicious treat!
Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite jams or custards. Enjoy your homemade jelly-filled doughnuts!
