Old Fashioned Jelly Donuts – Step into the realm of treats. With our Classic Jelly Donuts recipe. A nod to traditional baking. Picture a combination of a light dough. Brimming with the luscious tartness of raspberry jelly. All enveloped in a sugary coating. This recipe features elements. Like buttermilk, active dry yeast, and a special raspberry filling. Is sure to evoke memories of family get-togethers and cozy breakfasts.
The initial time I crafted these donuts was on a chilly Sunday morning. Filled with excitement to surprise my loved ones with something special. I opted to recreate the donuts that my grandmother used to whip up. The scent of frying dough. Quickly wafted through the house. Drawing my spouse and child to the kitchen like magnets. Their faces lit up upon tasting the morsel. The donuts swiftly gained the crown. Of a cherished family treat. It was an instant of happiness. Intertwined with the comforting flavors of home.
What makes these Old Fashioned Jelly Donuts truly stand out?
What makes these donuts stand out? It’s that touch that comes from making them from scratch. There’s nothing like the freshness. And coziness that homemade donuts bring. The freedom to choose your filling. Adds a layer of customization. Whether it’s raspberry strawberry. Or even chocolate. Make these goodies tailored to your family’s tastes. The sense of these donuts is exceptionally soft. With an outer layer. That makes them simply irresistible.
What You Need To Make This Old Fashioned Jelly Donuts Recipe?
Buttermilk: This special milk isn’t just your dairy product. It’s the key to creating the tender. And delicious donuts you’ll ever taste. It’s like an embrace for your palate. With a tang that elevates every flavor.
Sugar: Let’s raise a toast to the sweetness of life! Sugar isn’t only about adding sweetness. It also sweetens the moments spent in the kitchen. It’s those bursts of happiness in every bite.
Yeast: Picture yeast as the achiever. Diligently working its magic. To make your donuts light and airy like clouds. It’s the hero. Working behind the scenes.
Butter: Butter brings in richness. Comfort and that satisfying “mmm” factor with each bite. It embodies the essence of home. Blending into the dough. To make every donut a slice of paradise.
Eggs: Eggs are like the binding force. Holding everything together. They act as our donut world’s adhesive. Providing color and richness. While ensuring our treats are visually appealing and delicious.
Vanilla: Just a hint of vanilla can work wonders. By adding that touch. You can’t quite put it into words. Would definitely notice if it were missing.
The special touch of flavor. That enhances everything.
Salt: A sprinkle of salt. Brings out the flavors. Making the sweet taste sweeter. And the doughnut more authentic. It’s a nudge. Towards finding harmony in all things.
Flour: The base. Flour changes our mixture into a dough. That we can mold into aspirations into doughnuts. This is where the enchantment begins.
Jelly: The soul of the doughnut. Selecting your jelly is akin to selecting your source of happiness. It’s the surprise at the core. That turns every bite into a joy.
Oil: The alchemist. Changing dough into delights. It serves as a testament to the wonder of cooking. Showcasing how heat elevates simplicity to greatness.
Sugar Coating: The finishing flourish. Adding dazzle. Coating your doughnuts in sugar is like sprinkling a bit of joy on top. This is what elevates your treats from ordinary to crafted with care.
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Steps To Make Old Fashioned Jelly Donuts:
Step 1: Begin by warming the buttermilk. Until it reaches a temperature that the yeast would appreciate. It’s like creating a welcoming atmosphere for them to mingle. Once mixed with sugar and cooled. Slightly sprinkle the yeast on top. And give it a moment. It may be shy at first. It will soon show its excitement by bubbling up.
Step 2: Mixing in the butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt feels like concocting. A potion that will soon turn into a dough with its own personality. Adding flour is akin to striking the life balance. Much makes it tough. Too little makes it sticky. Kneading with care and patience will reward you abundantly.
Step 3: Allowing the dough to rise. Teaches you the art of patience. Cover it with a tea towel. Find a warm spot for it to rest. Rolling and shaping the dough is enjoyable. Have fun with it!
Step 4: Frying until they turn brown is both thrilling and slightly nerve-wracking. Witnessing them reach that shade of brown is as gratifying. As watching a sunset.
Step 5: Coating them in sugar after frying? That’s when the magic happens. And when you fill them with jelly. It’s like tucking away a delightful surprise inside. That can only be discovered with the first bite.
Tip:
One great tip. To make these Classic Jelly Doughnuts truly memorable. Is to make sure your oil temperature stays at 350°F ( 175°C) while frying. It’s important. To get that brown outer layer. Without soaking up too much oil. Resulting in light and airy doughnuts inside. Using a kitchen thermometer can be really helpful here. Allowing you to keep an eye on the heat. And make adjustments when necessary. Keeping the frying temperature right. Ensures that each doughnut cooks evenly. Giving you a crispy bite. Followed by a soft and fluffy center. Creating a delicious blend of textures and flavors with every mouthful.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use any other kind of filling?
You have the freedom to try out fillings. Like types of jams, jellies, or even chocolate spreads. The great thing about this recipe. Is that it allows for plenty of creativity.
How long can I store these donuts?
Ideally, these donuts taste best when fresh. You can store them in the freezer for a month. Make sure to tightly wrap them. Or store them in an airtight container.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
You can prep the dough ahead of time. By making it the night before. And letting it rise overnight in the fridge. Just remember to let it sit at room temperature. Before rolling and cutting.
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Old Fashioned Jelly Donuts
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 c buttermilk
- 2/3 c sugar
- 4 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 c melted butter
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 4 - 5 c flour
Filling:
- 1 jar seedless raspberry jelly or your favorite
- Oil for deep frying about 1 litre
- Sugar to roll the donuts in
Instructions
- To make buttermilk. Heat it until it starts steaming. Then take it off the heat. Mix in some sugar. Let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Next, pour the mixture into a bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top. And wait for about 5 minutes. To let the yeast bloom.
- Whisk together melted butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and salt, into the yeast mixture.
- Gradually add flour. Until you have a dough that's not sticky. Begin with 4 cups. Add more if needed.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl for its first rise. Cover it with a tea towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour.
- Roll out the dough to about half an inch thick. Use a biscuit cutter measuring 2.5 to 3 inches to cut out donuts. Put them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them up. And allow them to rise for another 45 minutes.
- Around 15 minutes before the second rise is complete. Begin heating oil in a pot to reach 350°F.
- Fry around 3 to 4 donuts at once for one minute on each side. Until they turn golden brown.
- Use a spoon to move them to a paper towel to let any excess oil drain off.
- Roll the made donuts in sugar. Until they are completely covered.
- After the donuts have cooled. Prepare a piping bag with jelly. Insert it into each donut using a nozzle. Making a hole in the side.
- Savor your Classic Jelly Donuts!
Notes
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