Irresistible Gluten-Free Doughnut Holes
Indulge in these delightful Gluten-Free Doughnut Holes, inspired by a beloved recipe from Bette Hagman. These airy, fluffy bites are a nostalgic treat, providing the perfect solution for those missing the joy of doughnuts in their gluten-free lifestyle. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, these doughnut holes are best enjoyed fresh from the fryer but still delightful when served at room temperature. You can even freeze them for later enjoyment, simply reheating them in the oven for a warm, comforting snack. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat any time of the day!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Water
1 cup (None)
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (1 stick) (Cut into pieces)
Potato Starch
1 cup (None)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (None)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (None)
Eggs
4 (Beaten)
Oil
Enough for deep frying (None)
Cinnamon Sugar
For dusting (2 tablespoons of sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon)
Instructions
1
In a deep fryer, heat oil to 375°F (190°C), ensuring there's at least one to two inches of oil for frying. Make sure to supervise the heating oil constantly.
2
In a saucepan, combine the water and butter (or margarine) and bring to a rolling boil. Once boiling, remove from heat immediately.
3
Add in the potato starch, sugar, and salt all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the saucepan. This is similar to making choux pastry.
4
Using an electric mixer, beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The batter should be smooth and glossy.
5
Using a rounded teaspoon, drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil, taking care not to overcrowd the fryer. The doughnut holes will puff up to about 1 1/2 inches during cooking.
6
Cook the doughnut holes for approximately 5 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even browning.
7
Once golden and puffed, carefully remove the doughnut holes from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
8
While the doughnut holes are still warm, toss them in a plastic bag containing the cinnamon sugar mixture (2 tablespoons of sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon) until evenly coated.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Irresistible Gluten-Free Doughnut Holes?
They are airy, fluffy doughnut bites inspired by a recipe from Bette Hagman, specifically designed for a gluten-free diet.
Are these doughnut holes gluten-free?
Yes, these doughnut holes are entirely gluten-free and use potato starch as the base.
Who inspired this doughnut hole recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the well-known gluten-free cooking expert Bette Hagman.
What is the recommended temperature for the frying oil?
The oil should be heated to 375°F (190°C) in a deep fryer.
What ingredients are boiled together in the first step?
Water and butter (or margarine) are combined in a saucepan and brought to a rolling boil.
Which ingredients are added once the water and butter boil?
Potato starch, sugar, and salt are added all at once to the boiling mixture.
How should the starch mixture be stirred?
It should be stirred vigorously until it forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the saucepan.
What type of pastry technique is this recipe similar to?
The preparation method is similar to making choux pastry.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 4 beaten eggs.
How should the eggs be added to the batter?
The eggs should be beaten in one at a time using an electric mixer, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
What should the final batter look like?
The batter should be smooth and glossy once all the eggs are incorporated.
How do I portion the batter for frying?
Use a rounded teaspoon to drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil.
How much will the doughnut holes expand during frying?
The doughnut holes will puff up to about 1 1/2 inches in size.
How long do the doughnut holes need to cook?
They should cook for approximately 5 minutes.
How do I ensure the doughnuts cook evenly?
Turn the doughnut holes occasionally during the frying process to ensure even browning.
What should I do once the doughnuts are golden brown?
Carefully remove them from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
When should I coat the doughnuts in cinnamon sugar?
Toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture while they are still warm for the best coating.
How is the cinnamon sugar mixture made?
Mix 2 tablespoons of sugar with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either butter or margarine to be used.
Can these gluten-free doughnut holes be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze them for later enjoyment.
How do I reheat frozen doughnut holes?
Reheat them in the oven to bring back their warm, comforting texture.
What is the texture of these doughnut holes?
These treats are known for being airy and fluffy.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is categorized as an easy recipe.
Can these be served at room temperature?
While best enjoyed fresh from the fryer, they are still delightful when served at room temperature.
How much oil is needed for frying?
You need at least one to two inches of oil in your deep fryer or pot.
What type of starch is used?
The recipe specifically uses 1 cup of potato starch.
Are these suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack any time of the day.
Why should the oil be supervised?
Heating oil should always be supervised constantly for safety to prevent fires.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include gluten-free, doughnuts, breakfast, sweet treats, snack, and deep fried.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients total in this recipe.