Fried Gluten Free Jelly Donuts

Fried Gluten Free Jelly Donuts

Deliciously fluffy and sweet, these gluten-free jelly donuts are a delightful treat for any occasion. Filled with your favorite jelly and dusted with powdered sugar, they are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Print Pin

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Donuts, fried donuts, gluten-free, jelly donuts

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 45

Servings: donuts

Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

For the Donut Dough

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Ensure it contains xanthan gum
1/4 cup granulated sugar Plus extra for dusting
1 tablespoon baking powder Ensure it's gluten-free
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg Room temperature
1/2 cup milk Room temperature, can use dairy-free milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted and slightly cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Filling

1 cup jelly or jam Your choice of flavor (raspberry, strawberry, etc.)

For Frying

4 cups vegetable oil For frying

For Dusting

1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Prepare the Donut Dough

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This ensures even distribution of the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix, as this can lead to dense donuts.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest for about 15 minutes. This allows the flour to hydrate and the dough to become easier to handle.

Shape the Donuts

On a lightly floured surface (using gluten-free flour), roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick.
Use a donut cutter to cut out the donuts. If you don't have a donut cutter, you can use two round cookie cutters of different sizes.
Place the cut donuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them rest for another 10 minutes.

Fry the Donuts

In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the right temperature for frying.
Carefully drop a few donuts into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a cooling rack to drain excess oil.

Fill and Dust the Donuts

Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, use a piping bag fitted with a small round tip to fill each donut with your choice of jelly or jam.
Finally, dust the filled donuts with powdered sugar before serving. This adds sweetness and a beautiful presentation.

Notes

These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a microwave for a few seconds to regain softness.

Nutrition