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How to Make Apple-Filled Doughnuts

Apple-Filled Doughnuts

Lisa
Apple-Filled Doughnuts are a delightful twist on a classic treat, featuring fluffy doughnuts generously filled with a sweet and tangy apple center. Perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth any time of the day, these doughnuts offer a harmonious balance of comforting textures and flavors. Enjoy these as a unique spin on your traditional doughnut.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 10
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts:

  • 2 packs (1/4 oz each) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm apple cider (110° to 115°F)
  • 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup granulatedsugar
  • 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
  • 2 Tbsp whole milk
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3¾ cups cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying

For the Apple PieFilling:

  • 4 large apples, peeled and diced
  • 3½ Tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 ½ Tbsp apple cider
  • ½ Tbsp all-purpose flour

For Sprinkling:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp cinnamon

Instructions
 

For the Donut Dough:

  • In a small bowl, combine the yeast and warm apple cider. Set aside for 10 minutes, allowing the yeast to activate.
  • In a separate large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, egg yolk, milk, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and flour.
  • Add the yeast mixture and knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for an hour to rise.
  • After the dough has risen, on a floured surface, shape it into donuts. Place the formed donuts on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for an additional 20 minutes.

For the Apple Pie Filling:

  • Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced apples and sauté for about 10 minutes, or until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
  • Stir in the salt, white sugar, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, apple cider, and flour. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
  • Let the apple pie filling to cool down a bit. Once it's sufficiently cooled, transfer it to a piping bag. With this, you are all set to generously fill each donut with the delightful apple pie fillng after trying.

For Frying and Coating:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot to a temperature of 350°F.
  • Gently introduce the doughnuts into the oil and deep-fry them until they achieve a golden brown hue. This process should take about 1-2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • In a bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the sprinkling mixture. Roll the warm but not hot donuts in the mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  • proceed to inject the cooled apple pie filling into each donut using the prepared piping bag. Ensure to fill them evenly, creating a delightful burst of apple flavor in every bite.
  • Now, your scrumptious apple pie donuts are ready to be savored.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal
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