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Fudge-Covered Doughnuts Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt

Special equipment needed:
- Doughnut pan
- Piping bag or plastic bag with a corner snipped off
- Double boiler or heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a doughnut pan with cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, yogurt, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each mold about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a doughnut comes out clean.
7. Let the doughnuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the fudge topping:

8. In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter together, stirring occasionally until smooth.
9. Remove from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
10. Let the mixture cool for 5-10 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Assembly:

11. Dip each cooled doughnut into the fudge topping, using a spoon to help coat the doughnut completely.
12. Place the fudge-covered doughnuts on a wire rack to set for 10-15 minutes.
13. If desired, drizzle any remaining fudge topping over the doughnuts using a piping bag or plastic bag with a corner snipped off.
14. Serve and enjoy!


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
Oven temperature: 350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12 doughnuts.

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat: 17g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 5g
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 250mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use sour cream instead of yogurt.
- You can use dark chocolate chips instead of semisweet chocolate chips.
- You can use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.

Variations:
- Add sprinkles or chopped nuts on top of the fudge topping.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the doughnut batter for a cinnamon chocolate flavor.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of semisweet chocolate chips for a white chocolate fudge topping.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grease the doughnut pan well to prevent the doughnuts from sticking.
- Use a piping bag or plastic bag with a corner snipped off to make it easier to coat the doughnuts with the fudge topping.
- Let the fudge topping cool slightly before dipping the doughnuts to prevent the doughnuts from becoming too soft.
- Store the fudge-covered doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
Store the fudge-covered doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat the fudge-covered doughnuts, place them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the fudge-covered doughnuts on a platter or cake stand.

Garnishes:
Add sprinkles or chopped nuts on top of the fudge topping.

Pairings:
Serve the fudge-covered doughnuts with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
These doughnuts are a sweet treat on their own and do not require any side dishes.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the doughnuts are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the batter.
- If the fudge topping is too thick, add a tablespoon of heavy cream to thin it out.
- If the fudge topping is too thin, add a tablespoon of powdered sugar to thicken it.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and wash your hands and utensils thoroughly before preparing the recipe.

Food history:
Doughnuts have been a popular sweet treat for centuries, with the first recorded recipe dating back to the 1800s. The addition of fudge topping adds a modern twist to this classic dessert.

Flavor profiles:
These fudge-covered doughnuts have a rich chocolate flavor with a sweet and creamy fudge topping.

Serving suggestions:
Serve these fudge-covered doughnuts as a dessert or a sweet snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Rich, Chocolatey, Creamy, Decadent