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Spiderweb Donuts

These playful spiderweb donuts are fried to golden perfection, with a soft, airy interior and a slightly crispy exterior. Decorated with melted chocolate and caramel to create intricate web patterns, they make a fun and charming treat perfect for parties or Halloween celebrations. The web design adds a whimsical touch, making each donut a little edible piece of art.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour for structure and elasticity
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for sweetness and browning
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast to leaven the dough
  • ¾ cup warm milk for moisture and richness
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, for flavor and tenderness
  • ½ teaspoon salt to balance flavors
  • ½ cup melted chocolate for web decoration
  • ¼ cup caramel sauce for web decoration
  • neutral oil for frying canola or vegetable oil recommended

Equipment

  • Dough cutter or glass
  • Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Piping bag with fine tip
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Pour in the warm milk and add the melted butter. Mix until the ingredients are just combined and a soft dough begins to form.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky. This develops the gluten structure for a tender donut.
  3. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  4. Turn the risen dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1 cm thickness. Use a donut cutter or a glass to cut out rounds, then let the cut donuts rest for 10 minutes to relax the dough.
  5. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 180°C (356°F). Use a thermometer to maintain a steady temperature for even cooking.
  6. Gently place donuts into the hot oil in batches, frying for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn golden brown and sound crispy.
  7. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried donuts onto a paper towel-lined rack, allowing excess oil to drain and the donuts to cool slightly.
  8. While the donuts are still warm, dip half of each donut into the melted chocolate. Then, using a piping bag fitted with a fine tip, drizzle caramel sauce over the chocolate web pattern, creating concentric circles and radiating lines.
  9. Allow the web pattern to set for about 10 minutes so the chocolate and caramel firm up, making the donuts ready to serve.
  10. Enjoy these whimsical, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside donuts, perfect for festive occasions or a fun treat!

Notes

Ensure oil temperature remains steady for perfect frying. Rest the donuts before frying to achieve the best texture and web pattern. Use quality melted chocolate and caramel for the best decorative effect.