Description
These strawberry donut holes are golden, fluffy, and filled with sweet bursts of fresh strawberries. Rolled in sugar and fried to perfection, they’re a quick and irresistible treat perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- ½ cup granulated sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ⅓ cup sugar.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Fold in finely chopped strawberries.
- Drop small spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil using a cookie scoop or spoon.
- Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
- While still warm, roll the donut holes in granulated sugar until fully coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Chop strawberries finely to avoid soggy batter.
- Use a thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature.
- Fry in small batches for even cooking.
- Don’t overmix the dough to keep it tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Strawberry donut holes, homemade donut holes, easy fried donuts, quick strawberry dessert, sweet breakfast ideas