Warm Italian Donuts Recipe
vanilla + mascarpone cream, lemon curd
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Ingredients
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Donut Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Donut Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- 2
Fry the Donuts
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F (175°C). Using a spoon or a small ice cream scoop, drop balls of batter into the hot oil, frying a few at a time until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 3
Prepare the Cream Filling
In a mixing bowl, blend the mascarpone cheese with a tablespoon of sugar and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- 4
Assemble the Donuts
Once the donuts have cooled slightly, use a piping bag to fill each donut with the mascarpone cream. Serve warm with lemon curd on the side for dipping.
