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Delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Filled Donuts – A Sweet Twist on a Classic Treat!

These strawberry cheesecake-filled donuts are a luscious twist on the classic treat! Fluffy donuts, creamy cheesecake filling, and a sweet strawberry glaze make this dessert irresistible.
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)
  • Rolling Pin
  • Biscuit cutter or round cookie cutter
  • Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Piping bag with round tip

Ingredients
  

  • For the Donut Dough:
  • 3 1/2 cups 440g all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup 50g granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup 180ml warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • 1/4 cup 60g unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 8 ounces 225g cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup 100g powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup 60ml heavy cream
  • For the Strawberry Glaze:
  • 1 cup 125g powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry puree
  • 1 tablespoon milk as needed for consistency
  • For Garnish:
  • Fresh strawberry slices or sprinkles optional

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Make the Donut Dough
  • In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  • Add the melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  • Step 2: Shape and Fry the Donuts
  • Roll the risen dough to about 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out circles.
  • Place the donuts on a parchment-lined tray, cover lightly, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot. Fry the donuts in batches, 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined tray to cool.
  • Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
  • Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl until smooth.
  • Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream, beating until light and fluffy. Transfer the filling to a piping bag with a round tip.
  • Step 4: Fill and Glaze the Donuts
  • Use a skewer or knife to make a small hole in the side of each donut. Pipe the cheesecake filling into each donut until full.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and strawberry puree to make the glaze. Add milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  • Dip the tops of the donuts into the strawberry glaze and garnish with fresh strawberry slices or sprinkles, if desired.