Delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Filled Donuts

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🍓 Delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Filled Donuts

Soft • Creamy • Irresistibly Indulgent

🌸 Introduction

There’s something magical about biting into a soft, fluffy donut and discovering a creamy cheesecake center bursting with sweet strawberry flavor. These Strawberry Cheesecake Filled Donuts are the perfect marriage of a classic bakery donut and a luxurious cheesecake dessert. Whether served for brunch, celebrations, or late-night cravings, these donuts feel elegant yet comforting—like a hug in dessert form.

🧁 Ingredients

🍩 Donut Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying (or baking spray if baking)

🍰 Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (for smoothness)

🍓 Strawberry Filling

  • 1 cup strawberry preserves or strawberry compote
  • OR fresh strawberries, finely chopped + 2 tbsp sugar

🍬 Optional Toppings

  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Glaze (powdered sugar + milk)
  • Crushed freeze-dried strawberries

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead gently on a floured surface for 1–2 minutes.

Step 2: Shape the Donuts

  • Roll dough to about ½-inch thickness.
  • Cut into rounds using a cookie cutter or glass.
  • Place on parchment and let rest for 10 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Donuts

Frying Method (Classic):

  • Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry donuts 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
  • Drain on paper towels.

Baking Method (Lighter):

  • Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.

🍰 Cheesecake & Strawberry Filling Preparation

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until creamy.
  3. Slowly add heavy cream until fluffy.
  4. Gently swirl in strawberry preserves or layer them separately for a marbled effect.

🎯 Assembly Method (Formation)

  1. Let donuts cool completely.
  2. Use a piping tip or knife to create a small hole.
  3. Fill a piping bag with cheesecake mixture.
  4. Inject filling into each donut until slightly firm.
  5. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle glaze on top.

🕰️ History of Filled Donuts

Filled donuts date back to early European pastries, with jam-filled versions becoming popular in the 19th century. Cheesecake, originating in Ancient Greece, evolved into a creamy American classic. Combining the two is a modern bakery innovation—luxury meets comfort in one unforgettable bite.

💕 Why Dessert Lovers Adore This Recipe

  • Creamy cheesecake center
  • Sweet-tangy strawberry balance
  • Soft bakery-style texture
  • Perfect for holidays, brunches, and parties
  • Crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike

🔁 Variations for Donut Lovers

  • Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts (add cocoa to dough)
  • Baked Mini Donuts for portion control
  • Lemon-Strawberry Cheesecake Filling for brightness
  • Air Fryer Version for a modern twist

🍓 Conclusion

These Strawberry Cheesecake Filled Donuts are more than a dessert—they’re an experience. Soft, creamy, fruity, and decadent, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast. Whether you fry or bake them, serve them plain or dressed up, they deliver bakery-quality results from your own kitchen.

✨ Make once, fall in love forever.

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  • Professional bakery-style glaze
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