Introduction:
Indulge in the delightful goodness of homemade chocolate covered donuts. This recipe combines the richness of chocolate with the softness of donuts for a treat that’s sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients:
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Sourdough:
- 3 grams fresh yeast
- 90 grams lukewarm water
- 140 grams flour
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Final Dough:
- Sourdough mixture
- 3 egg yolks
- 15 grams milk
- 30 grams sugar
- 20 grams fresh yeast
- 125 grams flour
- Pinch of salt
- 30 grams butter
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Coverage:
- 100 grams couverture chocolate
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 50 grams icing sugar
Directions:
- Combine all sourdough ingredients in a bowl. Cover and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in volume (approximately 1 hour).
- In a bread maker pan, combine milk with dissolved yeast, egg yolks, sugar, sourdough mixture, flour, and salt. Use the “only kneading” program. Add butter 10 minutes into kneading. Transfer dough to a greased bowl and let it rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Punch down the dough, divide into 11 portions, and shape into balls with a hole in the center. Let rise on baking paper for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil and fry the donuts until golden brown. Drain on absorbent paper.
- In a deep plate, mix all coverage ingredients and microwave for 1 minute. Stir well and microwave for additional 2 minutes if needed.
- Dip each donut into the chocolate coverage and place on a rack to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Kcal: 250 per serving
- Yield: 11 donuts
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Dessert
- Category: Baked Goods
- Calories: 250
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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Conclusion:
Treat yourself to the irresistible combination of fluffy donuts and rich chocolate coverage with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime cravings strike!
FAQs:
- Can I use instant yeast instead of fresh yeast?
- Yes, you can substitute instant yeast for fresh yeast. Use half the amount of instant yeast as fresh yeast.
- Can I bake the donuts instead of frying them?
- Yes, you can bake the donuts at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Can I use dark chocolate instead of couverture chocolate for the coverage?
- Yes, you can use dark chocolate, but adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- How long do these donuts stay fresh?
- These donuts are best consumed on the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Can I freeze the donuts?
- Yes, you can freeze the unfilled donuts and thaw them before dipping them in chocolate coverage.