Sufganiyot (Jelly Donuts)

Sufganiyot are delightful jelly-filled donuts traditionally enjoyed during Hanukkah, bringing a sweet and festive touch to any meal. These light and fluffy treats are perfect for sharing, making them an irresistible dessert for two.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 250 grams
• granulated sugar - 50 grams
• instant yeast - 7 grams
• milk (warm) - 120 ml
• large egg - 1
• unsalted butter (melted) - 30 grams
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• jelly (your choice) - 100 grams
• vegetable oil (for frying) - 500 ml
• powdered sugar (for dusting) - to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together warm milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1 cm thickness on a floured surface.
7. Using a round cutter (about 6 cm in diameter), cut out circles of dough and place them on a floured baking sheet. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
8. In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F). Carefully drop in the dough circles, a few at a time, and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
9. Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
10. Once cooled slightly, use a piping bag to fill each donut with jelly.
11. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a quick source of energy due to high carbohydrate content.
• Can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in a balanced diet.

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