Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsThe Royal MileFrench Toast Donut Holes Recipe

French Toast Donut Holes Recipe

Inspired by The Royal Mile
Time45m
Serves8

8 fried donut holes with a buttery maple filling and seasoned with cinnamon sugar. Served with maple syrup.

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Ingredients

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Donut Holes

Cinnamon Sugar

Serving

Method

Donut Holes Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

  4. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Form Donut Holes

    Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form small balls of dough, about 1 inch in diameter.

  6. 6

    Fry Donut Holes

    Carefully drop the donut holes into the hot oil, frying in batches for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Maple Filling Preparation

  1. 7

    Make Filling

    In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in the maple syrup, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  1. 8

    Prepare Cinnamon Sugar

    In a shallow bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon until well combined.

  2. 9

    Coat Donut Holes

    Once the donut holes are slightly cooled but still warm, roll each donut hole in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.

Serving

  1. 10

    Serve

    Serve the donut holes warm, drizzled with maple syrup, or on the side for dipping.

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