Homemade Jelly Doughnuts Recipe

Indulge in the fluffy and sweet delight of homemade jelly doughnuts. This classic American dessert is a treat for all ages. These doughnuts are soft, golden, and filled with your favorite jelly. With a crispy exterior and a burst of fruity jelly in every bite, they are simply irresistible. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, as a snack, or for dessert, these homemade jelly doughnuts will surely satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 cup jelly of your choice
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Using a round cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the dough.
8. Place a teaspoon of jelly in the center of half of the dough circles.
9. Cover each jelly-filled circle with another dough circle and pinch the edges to seal.
10. Place the filled doughnuts on a baking sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
11. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
12. Carefully fry the doughnuts in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
13. Remove the fried doughnuts from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel.
14. Dust the cooled doughnuts with powdered sugar before serving.

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