Bacon Donut Holes
Total Time2 hrs 0 mins
Skill LevelIntermediate
Servings12
Total Time2 hrs 0 mins
Skill LevelIntermediate
Servings12-15
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Key IngredientPremium Classic Bacon 12oz.AboutNo need to run to your local coffee shop when you’ve got homemade donut holes dipped in a shimmery maple glaze with our Classic Cut Bacon. Perfect for Sunday brunch, a weekday breakfast, or whenever you’re craving a bacon-kissed, sweet and savory snack! 🥓 🥰
Let's CookFollow the directions below, fire up the kitchen, and get cooking! For the love of meat.
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Ingredients
12 ounces Farmer John Premium Classic Cut Bacon, Cooked & Chopped 2-3 cups Bread Flour 1 cup Whole Milk, Lukewarm 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar 1 packet Active Dry Yeast 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt 3 Large Egg Yolks 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, Softened 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Canola Oil, for frying
Key IngredientPremium Classic Bacon 12oz.
Premium Classic Bacon 12oz.Key IngredientPremium Classic Bacon 12oz.Directions
1Combine one cup flour, warm milk, sugar, and yeast in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Let sit for 10 minutes.
2Add the remaining two cups of flour, salt, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla to the mixture, and beat until the dough is well combined, about 5 minutes. The dough will be slightly sticky. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm place to rise for 1 hour or refrigerate (can be refrigerated overnight). If refrigerated, let dough come to room temperature for 1 hour before proceeding.
3Flour one to two large-rimmed baking sheets.
4On a clean, floured work surface, roll out the dough to a ½-inch thick log. With a 1 or ½-inch round biscuit cutter, cut out donut holes. Re-roll the scraps and cut out additional holes.
5Place the donuts at least one inch apart on the baking sheets and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Set in a warm place to rise until they are puffy, about 15-30 minutes. They are ready when the dough springs back slowly after being touched with a fingertip.
6Maple Glaze: Sift the confectioners’ sugar into a bowl. Stir in the maple syrup, warm water, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Add more water, if needed, to make a glaze. Set aside and cover with plastic wrap until needed.
7Fill a large pot with at least two inches of oil (the oil should not go more than halfway up the pan). Heat the oil over medium-high heat until the thermometer reaches 360°F. Using a spider/slotted spoon, lower a few donuts into the oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry 1-2 minutes per side, turning a few times until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon or tongs. Drain on a wire rack over parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining donuts. Adjust the temperature while frying to keep the heat consistent.
8Let the donuts cool slightly and while still warm, dip them into the glaze. Let the excess glaze drip off and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle donuts with bacon while the glaze is wet and serve after the glaze has set. Tip: Make your maple glaze ahead of time.
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