17/09/2025
These Tempura Donuts are a delightful fusion of soft, fluffy pumpkin donuts and the crisp, airy crunch of tempura batter. Coated in a sweet glaze and finished with a dusting of cream powder, they offer a unique twist on a classic treat—perfect for dessert or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Donut Dough:
* 85 g cooked pumpkin
* 250 g bread flour
* 35 g granulated sugar
* 15 g powdered milk
* 1 tsp instant yeast
* 1 egg yolk + 1 whole egg
* 20–40 ml cold milk
* 25 g butter
* 1/4 tsp fine salt
* Cooking oil, for frying
Sugar Glaze:
* 2–4 cups powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
* 1/2 cup milk
* 1 pinch salt
Tempura Batter:
* 1 cup plain flour
* 1 cup cornflour
* 1 egg
* 1/4 tsp baking powder
* 1 cup soda water
Cream Powder Mix:
* 1/2 cup cream powder
* 1/2 cup icing sugar
Instructions
1. Make the Dough:�In a stand mixer, combine bread flour, powdered milk, sugar, instant yeast, cooked pumpkin, eggs, cold milk (start with 20 ml), butter, and salt. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
* Add more milk or flour as needed, a little at a time, to achieve a slightly sticky dough.
* The dough should be soft and bounce back slowly when poked.
2. First Rise:�Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare Glaze & Toppings:
* In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
* In a separate bowl, combine cream powder and icing sugar. Set aside.
4. Prepare Tempura Batter:�Whisk together plain flour, cornflour, egg, baking powder, and soda water until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Shape the Donuts:�Roll out the risen dough and use a donut cutter to cut into shapes. Place on parchment paper and let them rest for 30 minutes.
6. Fry the Donuts:�Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot. Dip each donut into the tempura batter, then deep fry until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towel.
7. Finishing Touches:�Dip warm donuts into the sugar glaze, then roll or sprinkle with the cream powder mix.
Enjoy your crispy, creamy Tempura Donuts—crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and sweet all over!