Description
Fluffy donuts filled with tangy lemon curd, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup lemon curd
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Bring it together: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Prepare the oil: Heat oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry the donuts: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain properly: Remove fried donuts and let them drain on paper towels.
- Inject the filling: Use a pastry bag to inject lemon curd into each donut.
- Create the glaze: Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over filled donuts.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: donuts, lemon, dessert, baking, pastries