Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2.75 cup

all-purpose flour

plus more for rolling

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.5 tsp

fine salt

2 l

vegetable oil

for coating the bowl and frying

2.25 tsp

active dry yeast

0.25 cup

granulated sugar

plus 1 teaspoon

0.5 cup

warm water

(105 degrees F to 115 degrees F)

2 unit

large egg yolks

0.33 cup

whole milk

0.5 tsp

vanilla extract

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

cut into 8 pieces and at room temperature

1.5 cup

powdered sugar

sifted

1 cup

marshmallow creme

such as Kraft Jet-Puffed

4 tbsp

cream cheese

at room temperature

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

at room temperature

1 tsp

vanilla extract

1.25 cup

powdered sugar

sifted

0.25 cup

natural unsweetened cocoa powder

sifted

5 tbsp

whole milk

0.75 tsp

ground cinnamon

Step 1
~4 min

Whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Grease another bowl with vegetable oil.

Step 3
~4 min

Combine yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in a medium bowl.

Step 4
~4 min

Add warm water, stir, and let foam for 5 minutes.

Step 5
~4 min

Whisk remaining sugar, egg yolks, milk, and vanilla into the yeast mixture.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the wet mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a ball forms.

Step 7
~4 min

Transfer dough to a floured surface.

Step 8
~4 min

Knead in butter until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes, adding flour if needed.

Step 9
~4 min

Form into a ball, place in the oiled bowl, and turn to coat.

Step 10
~4 min

Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

Step 11
~4 min

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 12
~4 min

Punch down the dough, roll to 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 13
~4 min

Cut out 2-1/2 inch rounds and place on the baking sheet.

Step 14
~4 min

Reroll scraps and cut again; discard remaining scraps.

Step 15
~4 min

Cover and let rise until puffy, about 30 minutes.

Step 16
~4 min

Make the marshmallow filling: mix marshmallow creme, cream cheese, butter, vanilla and powdered sugar.

Step 17
~4 min

Transfer filling to a piping bag fitted with a 1/4-inch round tip.

Step 18
~4 min

Make the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and milk together until smooth.

Step 19
~4 min

Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 365 degrees F.

Step 20
~4 min

Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.

Step 21
~4 min

Fry 4 dough rounds at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes total, flipping halfway.

Step 22
~4 min

Pierce any air bubbles.

Step 23
~4 min

Remove donuts to the rack with a slotted spoon.

Step 24
~4 min

While frying the next batch, dip the bottom of each donut in the chocolate glaze and place glaze-side up on the rack.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 25
~4 min

Cool the donuts.

Step 26
~4 min

Cut a pocket in the side of each donut.

Step 27
~4 min

Pipe marshmallow filling into the pocket.

Step 28
~4 min

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Maintain a consistent oil temperature for even cooking.

Don't overcrowd the pot while frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a glass of milk or hot chocolate.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico/Israel

Cultural Significance

Combines Mexican flavors with a traditional Hanukkah treat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Hanukkah

Occasion Tags

Hanukkah
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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