Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup guava jelly
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Special equipment needed:
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Pastry bag with a small round tip
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth.
5. Roll the dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out doughnuts using a doughnut cutter.
6. Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F.
7. Fry the doughnuts in batches, turning them once, until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Drain the doughnuts on a paper towel-lined plate.
9. In a small saucepan, heat guava jelly over low heat until it becomes liquid.
10. Dip the top of each doughnut into the guava jelly and place them on a wire rack to cool.
11. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth.
12. Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag with a small round tip.
13. Drizzle the glaze over the doughnuts.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Oil temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12 doughnuts.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 220
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Buttermilk can be substituted with regular milk or non-dairy milk.
- Guava jelly can be substituted with any other fruit jelly or jam.
Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dry ingredients for a cinnamon sugar doughnut.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients for a vanilla-flavored doughnut.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature before frying the doughnuts to ensure they cook evenly.
- Use a doughnut cutter or a biscuit cutter to cut out the doughnuts.
- If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a plastic sandwich bag with a small hole cut in one corner.
Storage instructions:
Store the doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the doughnuts in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the doughnuts on a platter and sprinkle powdered sugar over them.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh fruit or whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with fresh fruit or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the doughnuts are too tough, you may have overworked the dough.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when working with hot oil.
- Make sure the doughnuts are cooked all the way through before serving.
Food history:
Doughnuts have been around for centuries and are believed to have originated in Holland. They were brought to America by Dutch settlers in the 19th century.
Flavor profiles:
The guava jelly adds a sweet and fruity flavor to the doughnuts.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the doughnuts as a dessert or a sweet breakfast treat.
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