Decadent Chocolate Nirvana Doughnuts
Picture yourself plunging your teeth into a Chocolate Delight Doughnut. With each morsel. You're embraced by a cozy chocolatey embrace. This recipe goes further in assembling doughnuts. It's all about crafting moments of happiness. From the crumb that practically dissolves in your mouth. To the decadent shiny glaze. That lovingly clings to your fingertips. Ideal for leisurely mornings. Or as a remarkable delight to illuminate someone's day. Serving as a reminder of happiness. And solace that homemade goodies can bring into our world.
14 Servings
Ingredients
For the Doughnuts:
- 2 c 226 g cake flour
- 1/2 c 40 g cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 3/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 c granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp butter room temperature
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 c sour cream
- Canola oil for frying
For the Glaze:
- 3 1/2 c 350 g powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 1/2 tsp corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 c hot water
Instructions
- Start by sifting 2 cups of cake flour 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 3/4 teaspoon of nutmeg in a bowl.
- In a mixer beat 3 tablespoons of butter and 1/2 cup of sugar. Until the mixture resembles sand. Then add 2 egg yolks. Beat until fluffy.
- Add the flour mixture and 1 cup of cream to the butter mixture. Alternating between them. And beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined to form a dough. Chill for an hour.
- On a floured surface. Roll out the dough to a thickness of half an inch. Use a cutter to cut out doughnuts. Re-roll any scraps as necessary.
- Heat canola oil to 325°F. Fry a few doughnuts at a time for 2 minutes on each side. Until they turn brown. Drain them on paper towels.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together 3 1/2 cups sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons corn syrup, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/3 cup hot water until you get a smooth glaze.
- Dip each doughnut into the glaze. Allowing any excess to drip off. Place them on a rack to dry.
- Enjoy your Indulgent Chocolate Heaven Doughnuts while they are fresh. They taste best when served on the day!
Notes
To savor these Decadent Chocolate Nirvana Donuts in a gluten-free variation. Just substitute the cake flour with a trusted gluten-free all-purpose flour mix. That contains xanthan gum. Ensuring your donuts retain their cherished tender. And fluffy consistency. Check that your cocoa powder is certified gluten-free. To preserve the chocolate taste. Gluten-free dough tends to be drier. So if necessary add a bit of cream for that perfect moist crumb. Also, keep a watch on the donuts while frying. As they may cook differently compared to those with gluten. By making these tweaks. You can whip up a gluten-free treat. That doesn't compromise on flavor or texture. Allowing everyone to enjoy a taste of chocolate nirvana.