Key Lime Doughnut
The Key Lime Doughnut is a citrusy, refreshing sweet treat inspired by the famous Florida Key Lime Pie. The tartness of the lime perfectly balances the sweetness of the doughnut, while the glaze adds a silky and slightly tangy layer. This dessert is an excellent choice for the summer months or anytime you want to enjoy a light and refreshing sweet treat.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and active dry yeast.
2
Pour the warm milk into the dry ingredients, then add the egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and key lime juice.
3
Mix the ingredients until just combined, then knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1 cm (approximately 1/2 inch) thickness. Use a glass or a doughnut cutter to cut out circles.
6
Place the cut-out doughnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and cover them with a clean kitchen towel. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.
7
In a large pot, heat the oil to about 340°F (170°C). Drop a doughnut into the oil as a test: if it immediately floats to the surface and gently bubbles, the oil is ready.
8
Fry the doughnuts for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them, and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb the excess oil.
9
Once the doughnuts have cooled slightly, prepare the key lime glaze: whisk together the powdered sugar with the key lime juice until smooth.
10
Dip the tops of the doughnuts into the glaze, then sprinkle them with grated lime zest.
