Follow these steps for perfect results
all-purpose flour
plus more for rolling
ground cinnamon
fine salt
vegetable oil
for coating the bowl and frying
active dry yeast
granulated sugar
plus 1 teaspoon
warm water
(105 degrees F to 115 degrees F)
large egg yolks
whole milk
vanilla extract
unsalted butter
cut into 8 pieces and at room temperature
powdered sugar
sifted
marshmallow creme
such as Kraft Jet-Puffed
cream cheese
at room temperature
unsalted butter
at room temperature
vanilla extract
powdered sugar
sifted
natural unsweetened cocoa powder
sifted
whole milk
ground cinnamon
Whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
Grease another bowl with vegetable oil.
Combine yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in a medium bowl.
Add warm water, stir, and let foam for 5 minutes.
Whisk remaining sugar, egg yolks, milk, and vanilla into the yeast mixture.
Add the wet mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a ball forms.
Transfer dough to a floured surface.
Knead in butter until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes, adding flour if needed.
Form into a ball, place in the oiled bowl, and turn to coat.
Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the dough, roll to 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut out 2-1/2 inch rounds and place on the baking sheet.
Reroll scraps and cut again; discard remaining scraps.
Cover and let rise until puffy, about 30 minutes.
Make the marshmallow filling: mix marshmallow creme, cream cheese, butter, vanilla and powdered sugar.
Transfer filling to a piping bag fitted with a 1/4-inch round tip.
Make the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and milk together until smooth.
Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 365 degrees F.
Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
Fry 4 dough rounds at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes total, flipping halfway.
Pierce any air bubbles.
Remove donuts to the rack with a slotted spoon.
While frying the next batch, dip the bottom of each donut in the chocolate glaze and place glaze-side up on the rack.
Cool the donuts.
Cut a pocket in the side of each donut.
Pipe marshmallow filling into the pocket.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Expert advice for the best results
Maintain a consistent oil temperature for even cooking.
Don't overcrowd the pot while frying.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
Arrange donuts on a platter and dust with extra cocoa powder.
Serve warm with a glass of milk or hot chocolate.
With cinnamon and a hint of spice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Combines Mexican flavors with a traditional Hanukkah treat.
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