Donut Holes Stuffed with Chocolate Ganache
These golden, fluffy donut holes are fried to perfection and then stuffed with a silky milk chocolate ganache. You can roll them in cinnamon sugar for extra sweetness, or keep them simple and rich with the creamy chocolate filling. Perfect for parties, holidays, or just a sweet homemade treat!
Yields: 20 donut holes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Special Equipment: electric skillet or deep fryer
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 large egg
1 cup whole milk
1 ¼ tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup melted butter
Vegetable oil, for frying
Ganache:
1 cup milk chocolate chips
¼ cup heavy cream
Optional Coating:
Cinnamon sugar, for rolling
Directions
Prepare the Station: Line a baking sheet with paper towels and place a wire rack on top for draining.
Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into an electric skillet (or deep pan) until about halfway full. Heat to 350°F.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vanilla, and egg.
Combine the Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Add melted butter and stir until a thick batter forms.
Fry the Donut Holes: Using a 1 tbsp ice cream scoop, carefully drop batter into the hot oil. Fry 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer to the prepared rack.
Make the Ganache: Melt chocolate chips using the double boiler method (a heat-safe bowl over a saucepan with simmering water). Stir in heavy cream until smooth and glossy.
Fill the Donut Holes: Fit a piping bag with a cake tip (or snip the end). Fill with ganache, insert into the center of each donut hole, and squeeze gently until full.
Optional Finish:
Roll each filled donut hole in cinnamon sugar for extra sweetness.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy the gooey chocolate center!
