Maple Syrup-Soaked Doughnut Holes
Maple Syrup-Soaked Doughnut Holes is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat milk, cream, and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan until an instant-read thermometer registers 110°-115°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat milk, cream, and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan until an instant-read thermometer registers 110°-115°F.
Transfer to a small bowl and stir in a pinch of sugar.
Sprinkle yeast over.
Let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes.
Using an electric mixer, beat remaining 1/3 cup sugar and eggs in a large bowl until pale and foamy, about 3 minutes.
Gently stir in yeast mixture and melted butter.
Add 2 cups flour and salt; stir until a very soft dough forms.
Cover bowl with a clean kitchen towel.
Let dough rise in a warm, draft-free area until doubled, about 1 1/2 hours. (Alternatively, cover bowl loosely with plastic wrap and allow dough to rise for 8 hours in the refrigerator.).
Punch down dough and knead several turns in bowl; form into a ball.
Transfer to a generously floured work surface.
Sprinkle dough with flour and roll out to 1/2" thickness.
Cut out doughnut holes with cookie cutter.
Transfer to a floured baking sheet.
Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for 20 minutes.
Pour syrup into a large bowl.
Attach deep-fry thermometer to the side of a large pot; pour in oil to a depth of 2" and heat over medium heat until thermometer registers 350°F.
Working in batches, fry doughnuts, stirring gently with a slotted spoon to keep doughnuts rotating, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per batch.
Using slotted spoon, transfer doughnuts to bowl of maple syrup; let soak, turning as more doughnuts are added, until doughnuts absorb syrup, about 15 minutes.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.