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sufganiyot israeli donuts

Sufganiyot (Israeli Donuts)

Sufganiyot are pillowy donuts that are enjoyed in Israel as well as around the world during Hanukah. They are a mixture between a beignet and a jelly donut.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine Israeli
Servings 24
Calories 63 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar; add more for dusting
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 egg yolks large
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Filling:

  • 1 cup jam or jelly
  • Oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • In a separate bowl, combine the water and yeast. Allow it to sit for five minutes or until frothy.
  • Meanwhile, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, salt, and nutmeg in a big container. Combine by whisking, then put aside.
  • Pour in the egg yolks, oil, and vanilla together with the water and yeast mixture.
  • Mix everything using a fork.
  • Continue mixing until the dough comes together. It tends to be a little sticky.
  • Cover it with plastic wrap and let the dough rest on the countertop for 1 to 2 hours or until it has doubled.

Frying:

  • Prepare 2 baking sheets, one is with a paper towel for dripping the fried doughnuts, and one is with flour for dusting.
  • On the floured surface, cut the dough into a ¼-in-thick rectangle. Add more flour if needed to prevent it from sticking.
  • You can make cute 24pcs of 2-inch squares or round shapes, depending on your preference. Sprinkle each piece lightly with flour.
  • Add enough oil to deep fry the doughnuts in your frying pot. It should be at least 350°F when measured using a thermometer.
  • Place dough pieces into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
  • This process will take about 3 minutes; flip it halfway through frying.
  • If necessary, adjust the heat, so the oil temperature stays between 325°F and 350°F. Transfer the donuts to the baking sheet covered with paper towels using a slotted spoon. Continue with the remaining doughnuts.
  • When the doughnuts are cool enough, pipe some fruit jam in the center using a piping bag and piping tip. Squeeze at least 1-2 tsp of jelly inside.
  • Dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar just before serving.

Notes

If you can't find a piping bag with a piping tip, you can serve these doughnuts with jam or jelly on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 74mgPotassium: 20mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 22IUVitamin C: 0.002mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Fried Doughnuts, Israeli Donuts, Sufganiyot
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