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Pistachio Donuts

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 250
Delicious homemade donuts filled with pistachio cream, perfect for a sweet treat.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 177 ml whole milk, heated to 105°F–115°F
  • 7 g active dry yeast
  • 36 g granulated sugar, divided
  • 406 g all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 113 g unsalted butter, sliced (room temperature)
  • 6 cups vegetable or canola oil for frying
  • 150 g granulated sugar for coating
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (optional)
  • 0.75 to 1 cup pistachio paste or cream for filling

Instructions 

  • Combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar; let sit 5 min until foamy.
  • Mix flour, salt, butter, eggs, and remaining sugar; add yeast mixture and knead until smooth (10–15 min).
  • Let dough rise in a greased bowl for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  • Roll dough to ½-inch thickness, cut into 3-inch rounds, and let rise 30 min.
  • Fry donuts in oil at 350°F–355°F for 1–1.5 min per side until golden; drain and coat with sugar.
  • Cool donuts, fill with pistachio cream, and serve fresh.

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is maintained for perfect frying.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pistachio