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Blueberry Donut Holes

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Tender blueberry donut holes filled with lemon curd and coated in a sweet vanilla glaze – the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion.

 

Ingredients

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  • Lemon Curd Filling:
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • Blueberry Donut Hole Batter:
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • For Frying:
  • Neutral frying oil
  • Vanilla Citrus Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine lemon curd ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and whisk until smooth.
  2. Microwave in 30-second intervals, whisking between each, until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon (3-4 minutes total).
  3. Refrigerate curd until completely chilled (at least 2 hours).
  4. Mix dry batter ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a bowl.
  5. Whisk wet ingredients (buttermilk, egg, yogurt, vanilla, zests) in a separate bowl.
  6. Fold dry ingredients into wet just until combined.
  7. Gently fold in blueberries and chill dough for 30 minutes.
  8. Heat oil to 350°F in a heavy-bottomed pot.
  9. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough into hot oil and fry until golden brown (2-3 minutes), turning occasionally.
  10. Drain on paper towels.
  11. Mix glaze ingredients and dip warm donut holes.
  12. When slightly cooled, use a piping bag to fill centers with lemon curd.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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