Peanut Butter Cheesecake Donut

Peanut Butter Cheesecake Donut Recipe

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

• 1 large egg

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp sour cream (optional, for creaminess)

• 1 egg yolk

For the Peanut Butter Glaze:

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2-3 tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add sugar, vanilla, sour cream (if using), and egg yolk. Mix until creamy and well combined.

3. Cover and chill in the fridge while preparing the donuts.

Step 2: Make the Donut Dough

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

2. In another bowl, mix melted butter, egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.

3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

4. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.

Step 3: Shape and Fry the Donuts

1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ½ inch thickness.

2. Using a donut cutter or two round cutters (one large, one small for the hole), cut out donuts.

3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

4. Fry donuts in batches for about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

5. Drain on paper towels and let cool slightly.

Step 4: Fill the Donuts

1. Using a small knife or a piping tip, carefully create a hole in the side or bottom of each donut.

2. Fill a piping bag with the cheesecake filling.

3. Pipe the filling into each donut until filled but not bursting.

Step 5: Make the Peanut Butter Glaze

1. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt.

2. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach a smooth, dip-able consistency.

Step 6: Glaze the Donuts

1. Dip the top of each filled donut into the peanut butter glaze.

2. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.

Tips:

• Keep the dough chilled so it’s easier to handle.

• Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling.

• Adjust glaze thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar.

• Store filled donuts in the fridge and consume within 2 days for best freshness.

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