Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup strawberry jam (or finely chopped fresh strawberries)
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2 tbsp heavy cream or milk (adjust for consistency)
→ For the Donuts:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup milk
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2 large eggs
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
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Vegetable oil (for frying) or cooking spray (for baking)
→ For the Coating:
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined. Mix in strawberry jam or fold in fresh strawberries. Add heavy cream or milk until desired consistency is reached. Refrigerate.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and almond extract (if using). Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
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For frying: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Drop dough into oil and fry 2-3 minutes per side until golden. For baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan, fill wells halfway, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
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Let donuts cool slightly. Make a hole in each donut. Fill a piping bag with cheesecake filling and pipe into the donuts.
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Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll warm donuts in the mixture.
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Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
# Notes:
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Adjust powdered sugar for sweetness.
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Greek yogurt can replace some cream cheese.
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Use a thermometer for frying oil.