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Spiderweb Donuts

These playful spiderweb donuts are deep-fried to a golden crisp, with soft, tender centers. Decorated with melted chocolate and caramel to create web patterns, they combine a satisfying crunch with sweet, gooey toppings for a fun, spooky treat. Their quirky web design makes them perfect for parties or festive occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 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
  • 1 teaspoon salt to enhance flavor
  • ¾ cup warm milk for moisture and richness
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted, adds tenderness
  • ½ cup chocolate melted for web decoration
  • ½ cup caramel melted for web decoration
  • neutral oil for frying canola or vegetable oil preferred

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. Combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl, mixing well to distribute evenly.
  2. Add warm milk and melted butter to the dry mixture, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it's smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Gently punch down the risen dough, then roll it out to about 1 cm thickness on a floured surface.
  6. Use a dough cutter or glass to cut out round donut shapes, then let them rest on a floured tray for 10 minutes to relax the dough.
  7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 180°C (356°F).
  8. Carefully fry the donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, listening for a gentle bubbling sound.
  9. Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts, then drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  10. While the donuts are still warm, dip half of each donut into melted chocolate, then quickly drizzle with melted caramel to create web patterns using a piping bag.
  11. Allow the decorated donuts to sit for about 10 minutes so the web pattern sets before serving.

Notes

Ensure oil maintains steady temperature for even frying. For best web patterns, work quickly with melted chocolate and caramel. Resting the donuts before frying helps prevent tearing.