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Sufganiyot

Cultural Context

Sufganiyot, or jelly doughnuts, are a traditional treat during Hanukkah, symbolizing the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days. Originating in Eastern Europe, these sweet pastries are filled with jam and often dusted with powdered sugar. Today, they are enjoyed not only in Jewish households but also have gained popularity worldwide, with various fillings and toppings reflecting local tastes.

JewishILdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/2 cup Nutella
1/2 cup raspberry jam
1/2 cup gingerbread filling
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup condensed milk
2 tablespoons molasses
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 cup ground pistachio

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

jelly or jam

🥗Healthier: fruit preserves

💰Cheaper: homemade fruit filling

Fruit preserves offer a more natural sweetness.

1

Combine flour, sugar, milk, eggs, butter, and orange zest to make the dough.

2

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

3

Fry the doughnuts in oil at 340°F for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

4

Fill the doughnuts with Nutella, raspberry jam, or gingerbread filling using a squeeze bottle.

5

Dust the filled doughnuts with powdered sugar.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pincookie cutterdeep frying panslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Jelly DoughnutsHanukkah Doughnuts

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