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Gingerbread Cheesecake Donuts

Gingerbread Cheesecake Donuts
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Gingerbread Cheesecake Donuts, a perfect blend of spiced gingerbread and creamy cheesecake filling. These donuts are light, fluffy, and sure to impress at any gathering or as a cozy afternoon treat. With their festive flavor profile, they make an excellent addition to holiday brunches or winter celebrations. Not only are they visually appealing, but they’re also a fun baking project that’s easy to customize according to your preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus more for coating)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk
  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon clove
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon for coating
  • Neutral frying oil such as canola

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let bloom for 10 minutes.
  2. In a stand mixer bowl, mix the yeast mixture with remaining ingredients until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead with a hook attachment for about 20 minutes until elastic; cover and refrigerate overnight.
  4. Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thick and cut into donut shapes; let proof for about an hour.
  5. Heat oil to 360°F and fry donuts until golden brown; roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.
  6. Fill cooled donuts with gingerbread cheesecake mixture using a piping bag.

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