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Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Donuts

Close-up of a peanut butter cup stuffed donut, cut in half, revealing a creamy peanut butter filling and chocolate drizzle.
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Make bakery-style donuts at home, filled with peanut butter cups and topped with a rich chocolate glaze. These donuts are a perfect weekend baking project.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 12 peanut butter cups, unwrapped and halved
  • For the Glaze:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in granulated sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  7. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
  8. Shape each piece into a ball and flatten slightly. Place a peanut butter cup half in the center of each flattened dough ball.
  9. Carefully wrap the dough around the peanut butter cup, sealing the edges completely. Ensure no peanut butter is exposed.
  10. Place the stuffed dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  11. While the donuts are rising, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  12. Heat about 3 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  13. Carefully fry the donuts in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  14. Remove donuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  15. Once slightly cooled, dip each donut into the chocolate glaze, ensuring it’s fully coated.
  16. Place glazed donuts on a wire rack to set.

Notes

  • For a successful fry, maintain a consistent oil temperature. Too low and the donuts will be greasy; too high and they will burn before cooking through.
  • If you prefer baked donuts, place the shaped dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Glaze as directed.
  • You can use other candy bar pieces or fillings if peanut butter cups are not your preference.

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