Celebrate the arrival of spring with these charming Flower Doughnuts, perfectly shaped to resemble blossoms and dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness. Filled with your favorite jam, these doughnuts combine a soft, airy texture with the delightful flavors of freshly fried dough and fruity jam, making them a festive addition to any springtime gathering.
Why You'll Love This: These doughnuts are not only visually appealing with their unique flower shape, but they also offer a deliciously light and fluffy texture. The process of shaping the dough into flowers adds a fun and creative touch, making these treats as enjoyable to prepare as they are to eat. With the sweet finish of powdered sugar and a dollop of jam, they're sure to be a hit with guests of all ages.
Perfect Occasion: These Flower Doughnuts are ideal for spring celebrations such as Easter, Mother's Day, or a spring-themed brunch. They're also perfect for outdoor picnics, garden parties, or simply as a delightful treat to brighten up a regular day with a taste of spring.
Decoration Tips: For an extra festive look, choose jams in a variety of colors such as strawberry, apricot, and blueberry to fill the center of each doughnut. You can also use edible flowers or candied petals to decorate around the jam for added color and elegance. A light drizzle of glaze could also enhance the visual appeal and add another layer of sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 300ml milk, lukewarm
- 8g active dry yeast
- 2 eggs (approximately 70g each)
- 100g unsalted butter, melted
- 50g granulated sugar
- 600g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Jam of your choice for filling
Instructions:
- Prepare the yeast mixture:
- In a bowl, combine the lukewarm milk with the yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to activate.
- Make the doughnut dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, sugar, and the yeast mixture.
- Gradually add half of the flour and salt, mixing until combined, then add the remaining flour and continue mixing until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a floured bowl, cover, and let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Shape the doughnuts:
- After the dough has risen, divide it into 100g portions.
- Shape each portion into a ball, then cut the edges to form a flower shape.
- Place the shaped doughnuts on parchment paper.
- Fry the doughnuts:
- Heat your fryer (or a deep pan with oil) to 155°C.
- Fry the doughnuts for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Decorate and serve:
- Allow the doughnuts to cool slightly.
- Dust them with powdered sugar and add a spoonful of jam in the center of each flower-shaped doughnut.
Enjoy these delightful Spring Blossom Flower Doughnuts, a sweet and picturesque treat that's perfect for welcoming the warmth and beauty of spring!