Sufganiyot

Sufganiyot Recipe: Delicious Hanukkah Donuts
Sufganiyot are traditional Hanukkah donuts that are a must-have during the holiday season. These sweet treats are soft, fluffy, and filled with jam, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion. In this recipe, we will show you how to make sufganiyot from scratch, with detailed composition of ingredients by serving, cooking tips, and a description of the cooking process, appearance, and taste of the dish.

Ingredients:

- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Jam or jelly, for filling

Serving: Makes 12-15 sufganiyot

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment to make the dough.
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for at least 1 hour.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor the oil temperature while frying.
- Dust the sufganiyot with powdered sugar while they are still warm.

Cooking Process:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Punch down the dough and roll it out to 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles of dough.
8. Place the circles on a floured surface and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F.
10. Carefully drop the sufganiyot into the hot oil and fry for 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
11. Remove the sufganiyot from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
12. Once the sufganiyot are cool enough to handle, use a piping bag or a small spoon to fill them with jam or jelly.
13. Dust the sufganiyot with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Appearance and Taste:
Sufganiyot are round, fluffy donuts that are golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside. When you bite into them, you'll taste the sweet, yeasty dough and the fruity jam or jelly filling. The powdered sugar on top adds a touch of sweetness and a beautiful snowy finish. Sufganiyot are a perfect Hanukkah treat that will delight your taste buds and bring joy to your holiday celebrations.
Type of Dish: Hanukkah Donuts
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Jam