These homemade cream filled donuts are made from scratch and filled with delicious strawberry and cream cheese filling!
This post is sponsored by California Strawberries
Is it donuts or doughnuts?
When you make these strawberry cream-filled donuts, names don't matter, you'll want to dive right in! Fresh strawberries are a favorite in my house and often end up in my kid's lunch box.
For the record, I'll call them donuts. These homemade treats, filled with fresh strawberries, are better than any store-bought version.
Try this delightful recipe and enjoy a delicious, fruity treat that’s sure to be a hit!
Why strawberries are healthy!
California strawberries are always fresh and almost every strawberry you see for sale in the country is grown in a California strawberry field by farmers and generations of families who take pride in what they do. With more vitamin C than an orange and high in fiber and antioxidants, you can see why I send my kids to school each day with a strawberry or two, and they just taste amazing!
Sometimes in the past, I've made baked donuts and they're still really good but there's definitely no comparison to a soft, yeast-risen fried donut. Making donuts at home is actually pretty easy, with time being the only thing you really have to be mindful of.
With minimal ingredients and a whole host of fillings you could add, you might end up making a dozen on a slow weekend rather than running to the donut shop! Treat the dough gently and be careful with the hot oil and you should end up with a donut that would rival any large donut chain.
What's in these cream filled donuts?
For my strawberry cream-filled donuts, I combined cream cheese and powdered sugar, then added fresh strawberries simmered with sugar and a sprinkle of water to create a rich strawberry syrup. This syrup enhances the filling's flavor, making it truly irresistible.
Once the donuts have cooled and been rolled in sugar, use any kitchen tool to poke a hole in each donut. Fill a piping bag with the strawberry cream and insert the tip into the hole. For perfect results, use quality baking pans. Enjoy these homemade, delicious donuts!
How long will my strawberry donuts last?
I recommend keeping them for no longer than two days if they last that long and keeping them covered will maintain their softness.
FAQs: Calories in a Cream Filled Donut
How many calories are in a cream-filled donut?
A typical cream-filled donut contains approximately 250-400 calories. The exact number can vary based on the size and ingredients used.
What factors affect the calorie count of a cream-filled donut?
The calorie count depends on the size of the donut, the type of cream filling, and additional toppings or coatings like glaze or powdered sugar.
Are there healthier alternatives to cream-filled donuts?
Yes, opting for baked donuts, reducing portion size, or choosing donuts with less sugary fillings can lower calorie intake.
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