Ingredients:
*For the Donuts:*
– 1 cup milk, warmed
– 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
– 2 tablespoons sugar
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
*For the Filling:*
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup strawberry jam
*For the Glaze:*
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2 tablespoons milk
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
**Directions:**
**1. Prepare the Dough:**
– In a bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in warm milk. Let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
– Add flour, salt, melted butter, egg, and remaining sugar. Knead until smooth.
– Let rise until doubled in size.
**2. Form and Fry Donuts:**
– On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out donuts and let rise again.
– Fry in 375°F (190°C) oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
**3. Make the Filling:**
– Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
– Fold in strawberry jam until fully combined.
**4. Fill Donuts:**
– Once cooled, make a hole in the side of each donut.
– Pipe in the strawberry cheesecake filling until each donut is filled.
**5. Glaze:**
– Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
– Drizzle the glaze over the filled donuts.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts!
