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jelly donuts
Photo credit Micah Siva

Air Fryer Jelly Donuts for Hanukkah

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An easy way to make sufganiyot that cuts down on clean up time.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10

Ingredients

  • 1 (7 g) package instant yeast (2¼ tsp)
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ cup milk 
  • 3 Tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • ½ cup strawberry or grape jelly
  • ½ cup confectioner’s sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, or large mixing bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, flour and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, butter, vanilla, egg and orange zest.
  3. Add the wet ingredients into the dry and mix on medium-low for 5-6 minutes, or until a smooth dough forms. It will be slightly tacky. If using your hands instead of a mixer, combine with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms, then transfer to a floured surface and knead until smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Lightly oil a large bowl. Place the dough in the bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, about 90 minutes. Meanwhile, line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  5. Once the dough has risen, transfer it to a lightly floured surface, cutting it into 10 smaller pieces. Roll each piece of dough into a ball and place on the lined baking tray.
  6. Cover with the kitchen towel and let rise for an additional 30-45 minutes.
  7. Place 4-5 donuts into the basket of the air fryer, ensuring they do not touch.
  8. Air fry at 375°F for 7-8 minutes, until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  9. Meanwhile, add your favorite seedless jam to a squeeze bottle or piping bag (or even a turkey baster!). Insert the tip of the bottle into the top of each sufganiya and squeeze approximately 1 tsp jam into the donut. It will feel heavy, but shouldn’t seep out the sides.
  10. Before serving, dust the sufganiyot with confectioner’s sugar.  
  • Author: Micah Siva
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes + 2 hours resting time
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Ashkenazi