Fancy some deep fried treats but the last batch of donuts broke our heart? Fry the donut holes to fill that hole in our chest… or belly!
Donut holes are a beloved treat that have been enjoyed for generations. These small, round, fried pastries have become a staple dessert in many cultures and are a popular breakfast option. While the origins of the donut hole are not entirely clear, there are a few theories about how this sweet treat came to be.
One theory suggests that the donut hole was born out of necessity. In the early 1800s, when donuts were first being made, they were typically fried in oil. However, the centers of the donuts were often undercooked and doughy. To solve this problem, some bakers began cutting out the centers of the donuts before frying them, creating what we now know as donut holes.
Another theory suggests that donut holes were simply a way for bakers to use up scraps of dough. Rather than throwing away the excess dough from making donuts, bakers would roll it into balls and fry it to create bite-sized treats.
Despite the uncertain origins of donut holes, one thing is certain: they have become a beloved part of American culture. In fact, many famous people have been known to enjoy this sweet treat, including former President George H.W. Bush. In a 1989 interview with Parade magazine, Bush revealed that he loved donut holes and would often enjoy them with his morning coffee.
Another famous person associated with donut holes is the late singer and actor, Michael Jackson. In the 1980s, Jackson famously starred in a Pepsi commercial where he was burned while filming a scene involving pyrotechnics. As a result of his injuries, Jackson had to undergo reconstructive surgery, and his recovery included eating donut holes. According to his doctor, Jackson would eat dozens of donut holes a day to help him regain his strength.
While donut holes have been enjoyed for centuries, in recent years, there has been a growing trend towards healthier eating. As a result, many people are looking for added sugar-free versions of their favorite treats. Fortunately, there are now many recipes available for donut holes that are made without added sugars.
One such recipe involves using almond flour, coconut flour, and a sugar substitute such as stevia or erythritol. These ingredients are mixed together with eggs, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to create a dough that is rolled into balls and fried in coconut oil. Once cooked, the donut holes can be dusted with cinnamon and nutmeg for a delicious, sugar-free treat.
Donut holes are a beloved treat with a rich history. Whether they were born out of necessity or simply a way to use up scraps of dough, donut holes have become a staple dessert in many cultures. From former presidents to pop icons, many famous people have been known to enjoy this sweet treat. And with the growing trend towards healthier eating, there are now many added sugar-free versions of donut holes available for those looking to indulge only with a bit of guilt.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup / 250ml Milk or water (lukewarm)
- ½ oz / 15g Fresh yeast
- 5 cup / 600g Flour
- 2 eggs (separated)
- 4 tablespoon / 60g Butter
Coating
- 4 oz / 100g Chocolate (sugar free)
- Sprinkles to cover donuts (sugar free, optional)
Frying
- Oil for frying (do not use extra virgin olive oil to fry as it would leave donuts with a very strong after taste.)
Kitchen utensils
- Big frying pan with lid (to fry donuts)
- Small size and medium size saucepan (to melt chocolate).
How to make donut holes
Dough
- Add yeast to half of the lukewarm milk or water and stir it well. Allow it to sit for five minutes. If it starts to bubble don’t worry it’s only the yeast working and it’s completely normal.
- Separate egg whites from yolks.
- Beat egg whites until hard peaks form.
- Put flour, egg yolks, butter and the rest of the milk into a big bowl. Pour in the milk and yeast mixture too.Knead until the dough is completely uniform.
- Fold the egg whites into the dough.
- Place the dough in a lightly floured bowl.
- Cover and leave it in a warm place for half an hour to rise.
- When dough is risen, turn it out onto a well-floured surface. Dust the top of the dough lightly if it’s too sticky.
- Use a rolling pin to flatten it out about one finger thick.
- Use the smallest circle cookie cutter to cut out bite size doughnuts.
- Leave them covered in a draft-free, warm spot for another 20 minutes to rise again.
- Fill frying pan with oil and heat until sizzles. Don’t put donut into oil before it’s not hot enough. Be patient.
- Place doughnuts into the frying pan upside down and put the lid on top. Be careful, hot oil can burn us badly. They float to the top and puff up quickly.
- Flip them over to the other side.
- When they are golden brown, take them out onto a kitchen towel to drain a bit.
Coating
- Prepare chocolate: Break it into little pieces and place pieces in a small saucepan over a slightly bigger pan of simmering water. Stir occasionally until chocolate is melted.
- Stick drained doughnut onto a metal fork and dip one side into the melted chocolate.
- Leave chocolate coated doughnuts on a plate with the chocolatey bit facing upwards. Decorate them then put them in a cool place to let the chocolate dry.
Serve and enjoy them after lunch or as a snack any time of the day.
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Equipment
- Big frying pan with lid (to fry donuts)
- Small size and medium size saucepan (to melt chocolate).
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup / 250ml Milk or water lukewarm
- ½ oz / 15g Fresh yeast
- 5 cup / 600g Flour
- 2 eggs separated
- 4 tablespoon / 60g Butter
Coating
- 4 oz / 100g Chocolate sugar free
- Sprinkles to cover donuts sugar free, optional
Frying
- Oil for frying do not use extra virgin olive oil to fry as it would leave donuts with a very strong after taste.
Instructions
Dough
- Add yeast to half of the lukewarm milk or water and stir it well. Allow it to sit for five minutes. If it starts to bubble don't worry it's only the yeast working and it's completely normal.
- Separate egg whites from yolks.
- Beat egg whites until hard peaks form.
- Put flour, egg yolks, butter and the rest of the milk into a big bowl. Pour in the milk and yeast mixture too.Knead until the dough is completely uniform.
- Fold the egg whites into the dough.
- Place the dough in a lightly floured bowl.
- Cover and leave it in a warm place for half an hour to rise.
- When dough is risen, turn it out onto a well-floured surface. Dust the top of the dough lightly if it's too sticky.
- Use a rolling pin to flatten it out about one finger thick.
- Use the smallest circle cookie cutter to cut out bite size doughnuts.
- Leave them covered in a draft-free, warm spot for another 20 minutes to rise again.
- Fill frying pan with oil and heat until sizzles. Don’t put donut into oil before it’s not hot enough. Be patient.
- Place doughnuts into the frying pan upside down and put the lid on top. Be careful, hot oil can burn us badly. They float to the top and puff up quickly.
- Flip them over to the other side.
- When they are golden brown, take them out onto a kitchen towel to drain a bit.
Coating
- Prepare chocolate: Break it into little pieces and place pieces in a small saucepan over a slightly bigger pan of simmering water. Stir occasionally until chocolate is melted.
- Stick drained doughnut onto a metal fork and dip one side into the melted chocolate.
- Leave chocolate coated doughnuts on a plate with the chocolatey bit facing upwards. Decorate them then put them in a cool place to let the chocolate dry.
Notes
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There is nothing I couldn’t do for freshly packed donuts.
This sounds really unreal! So unreal that I have to make a batch as soon as I get home!