Strawberry Donut Hole Recipe
A quick and delightful Strawberry Donut Hole Recipe that combines light, fluffy donut holes with fresh strawberry flavor, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Easy to make with simple ingredients and customizable with various toppings or fillings.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 24 donut holes 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed or finely chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Prepare the Strawberry Puree: Start by washing and hulling fresh strawberries. Then, blend or mash about 1 cup until smooth. This puree will infuse your donut holes with fresh strawberry flavor and natural pink color.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. This mixture forms the base for fluffy, tender donut holes.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat 1 large egg with 1/2 cup of milk, 1/4 cup melted butter (or oil), 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and the prepared strawberry puree. These wet ingredients blend sweet richness with bright fruitiness.
- Form the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring gently just until combined. Be careful not to overmix – a few lumps are perfectly fine and keep your donut holes tender.
- Cook the Donut Holes: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to around 350°F (175°C). Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, turning once to cook evenly.
- Drain and Cool: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the donut holes to a paper towel-lined plate, allowing excess oil to drain. Let them cool slightly before serving or dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for maximum sweetness and color.
- Keep oil temperature steady at around 350°F to avoid greasy donut holes.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a light and fluffy texture.
- Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature and prevent sticking.
- Allow donut holes to cool slightly before glazing or dusting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 donut holes
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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