Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of making Gingerbread Cheesecake Donuts, a perfect fusion of spiced gingerbread and creamy cheesecake filling. These light and fluffy donuts are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making them an excellent treat for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to cozy breakfasts at home. Coated in cinnamon sugar, each bite offers a wonderful balance of sweetness and warmth that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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1 Cup (227g) Whole Milk (warmed to around 105ºF (41ºC))
2 1/4 Teaspoons (7g) Active Dry Yeast
1/4 Cup + 1 Teaspoon (50g + 4g) Granulated White Sugar (divided)
4 Tablespoons (56g) Unsalted Butter (melted)
2 Large Eggs + 1 Yolk (room temp)
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract (alcohol-free)
2 Cups (240g) Bread Flour
2 Cups (240g) All-Purpose Flour
2 Tablespoons Dry Milk Powder (optional, but recommended)
1 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg
8 Oz (227g) Full-Fat Cream Cheese Block (room temp)
1 Cup (113g) Powdered Sugar
1/4 Cup (56g) Heavy Cream (cold)
1 1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon
3/4 Teaspoon Ginger
1/4 Teaspoon Nutmeg
1/4 Teaspoon Clove
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Paste or Extract
1 Cup (200g) Granulated White Sugar (for coating)
1 Tablespoon Cinnamon (for coating)
Neutral Frying Oil such as Canola, Vegetable, or Avocado Oil

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Instructions

In a small bowl, combine warm milk, 1 teaspoon sugar, and yeast; let bloom for about 8–10 minutes.
In a stand mixer bowl, combine yeast mixture, remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extracts, bread flour, all-purpose flour, dry milk powder (if using), salt, and nutmeg. Mix until a rough dough forms.
Knead the dough with a hook attachment on medium speed for about 20 minutes until elastic. Refrigerate overnight.
Roll out the dough to ½ inch thickness and cut into donut shapes. Proof for about 45 minutes.
Prepare the filling by whisking cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, spices, and vanilla until light and fluffy; transfer to piping bag.
Heat oil to 360ºF–375ºF and fry donuts until golden brown on both sides.
Cool slightly before coating in cinnamon sugar; fill each donut with gingerbread cheesecake filling.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut (80g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg