Soft Christmas Donuts with Orange Blossom & Pearl Sugar
Dive into the magic of Christmas with these delicious soft donuts flavored with orange blossom. Their airy texture and slightly crispy crust coated with caramelized pearl sugar make them an essential holiday treat. Follow our detailed steps to master this traditional recipe. These donuts, best enjoyed warm, will delight your guests and add a touch of indulgence to your festive table.
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- 1
In a small bowl, pour the warm milk. Sprinkle the yeast over it and mix lightly. Let rest for 10 minutes in a warm place until a foamy layer forms.
- 2
In a large bowl, sift the flour. Add the sugar and salt and mix. Make a well, pour in the milk-yeast mixture, add the eggs, and incorporate the orange blossom water.
- 3
Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead for 5 minutes. Incorporate the melted butter little by little, kneading for another 5-7 minutes until you get a smooth, non-sticky dough.
- 4
Form a ball, lightly oil a bowl, place the dough in it, and cover. Let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours in a warm place until doubled in size.
- 5
Punch down the dough. Roll it out to 1.5 cm thickness. Cut out circles with a cutter. Sprinkle one side with pearl sugar and press lightly. Place on a floured tray.
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Cover the donuts and let rise for 20 minutes in a warm place.
- 7
In a saucepan, heat the oil to 170-175°C. Fry the donuts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
- 8
Let cool slightly for a few minutes. Dust with sifted powdered sugar just before serving.
- Milk temperature: Crucial. Too hot, it kills the yeast; too cold, it won't activate it.
- Kneading: It develops the gluten and gives the soft, airy texture. Don't skip it.
- Pearl sugar: It resists frying and partially melts, creating a delicious caramelized glaze. Don't omit it.
- Oil temperature: The key to success. Too hot, the donuts burn on the outside; too cold, they absorb oil.
- Do not cover after frying: Steam will soften them.
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