Description
Strawberry Donut Holes bring pure sweetness right to your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness. Crispy little spheres packed with fresh strawberry flavor make these bite-sized treats perfect for quick snacking or sharing with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze and Frying Ingredients:
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 ½ to 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- 1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk 1½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ cup granulated sugar together in a large mixing bowl until completely combined.
- In a separate bowl, blend 1 large egg, ½ cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring gently until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender texture.
- Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable or canola oil in a deep skillet to exactly 350°F (175°C), using a cooking thermometer for precision.
- Drop small tablespoon-sized portions of batter carefully into the hot oil, working in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan.
- Fry each batch of donut holes for 2-3 minutes, rotating them continuously to achieve an even golden-brown color on all sides.
- Remove donut holes with a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drip back into the pan, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Puree ½ cup fresh strawberries in a blender until completely smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Combine strawberry puree with 1½ to 2 cups powdered sugar, whisking until a glossy, drippable glaze forms.
- While donut holes are still warm, dip each one into the strawberry glaze using a fork, ensuring complete coverage.
- Place glazed donut holes on a wire rack with parchment paper underneath to catch drips and allow excess glaze to set for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
- Check oil temperature carefully with a thermometer to ensure perfectly crisp donut holes without burning.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the most vibrant and natural glaze flavor in your recipe.
- Drain donut holes on paper towels to remove excess oil and keep them light and crispy.
- Work in small batches while frying to maintain consistent oil temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Donuts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg