Turkish Donuts
Crispy golden dough balls drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with pistachios. A delightful treat that's easier than it looks.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup pistachios
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix 2 cups flour, 1 tbsp yeast, 2 tbsp sugar, and 0.5 tsp salt. Gradually add 0.75 cup warm water, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- 2
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 3
Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll into 1-inch balls.
- 4
Fry the dough balls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown all over, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Melt 0.5 cup chocolate chips in a microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the warm donuts.
- 6
Chop 0.25 cup pistachios and sprinkle over the chocolate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- deep pot
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- microwave-safe bowl
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