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Cheese-Filled Fried Donuts

Delicious and crispy Cheese-Filled Fried Donuts with a warm, gooey cheese filling that’s perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese-Filled Donuts, Dessert Recipe, Easy donuts, Fried Donuts, Homemade donuts
Servings: 12 donuts
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of a soft and airy donut.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adds just the right sweetness to the dough.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup warm milk Creates a tender texture and activates the yeast.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Infuses richness and depth into the dough.
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together for a cohesive dough.
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast Gives the donuts their airy rise.

Filling and Coating

  • 1 cup mozzarella or cream cheese, cubed The star of the show, offering delightful creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup sugar For rolling the warm donuts.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds a aromatic sweetness that warms the heart.
  • Vegetable oil Essential for frying, providing that golden crispy exterior.

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
  • Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Knead the mixture for about 5–7 minutes until it becomes a smooth, elastic dough.

Let the Dough Rise

  • Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for approximately 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Fill the Donuts

  • Punch down the risen dough gently to release air bubbles and divide into small portions.
  • Shape each portion into a disc, place a cube of mozzarella or cream cheese in the center, fold, and pinch to seal.

Heat the Oil

  • Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep pan to submerge the donuts (around 2–3 inches deep) to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the Donuts

  • Gently place the filled donuts into the hot oil and fry them for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Sugar and Cinnamon Coating

  • Combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Roll each warm donut in this mixture until fully coated.

Serve

  • Serve Cheese-Filled Fried Donuts immediately while warm for the best experience.

Notes

Adjust dough thickness according to humidity, experiment with cheese fillings, and monitor oil temperature for perfect frying.