Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts combine two irresistible desserts into one unforgettable treat. Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy homemade donut only to discover a rich, velvety cheesecake filling swirled with sweet strawberry preserves. Finished with a silky glaze, fresh strawberries, and crushed graham crackers, these bakery-style donuts taste just like a slice of classic strawberry cheesecake in handheld form.
Ingredients
🍩 For the Donut Dough
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm whole milk (110°F/43°C)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
🍓 For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
- ½ cup strawberry jam or strawberry preserves
- ¼ cup finely diced fresh strawberries
🍓 For the Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3–4 tablespoons whole milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
✨ Optional Toppings
- Fresh strawberry slices
- Crushed graham crackers
- Freeze-dried strawberry crumbs
- White chocolate drizzle
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl combine:
- Warm milk
- Yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Mix in:
- Remaining sugar
- Eggs
- Melted butter
- Vanilla
Gradually add flour and salt.
Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 2: First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl.
Cover and let rise for 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
Step 3: Shape the Donuts
Roll dough to about ½ inch thick.
Cut with a 3-inch round cutter.
Place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.
Step 4: Fry
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry each donut for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Cool completely.
Step 5: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
Beat together:
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla
until smooth.
Fold in:
- Whipped cream
- Strawberry jam
- Fresh diced strawberries
Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a long filling tip.
Step 6: Fill the Donuts
Using a small knife, make a hole in the side of each donut.
Pipe a generous amount of cheesecake filling into each donut.
Step 7: Glaze
Whisk together:
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla
Dip each donut into the glaze.
Allow excess glaze to drip off.
Step 8: Decorate
Top with:
- Fresh strawberry slices
- Crushed graham crackers
- Freeze-dried strawberry crumbs
- White chocolate drizzle
Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep the oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for even frying.
- Do not overfill the donuts to prevent the filling from leaking.
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Cool the donuts before filling and glazing.
- Fresh strawberries should be patted dry before mixing into the filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Rise Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Protein: 6g