Decadent Nutella Doughnuts Recipe

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These homemade Nutella doughnuts are the perfect treat for any occasion! They are quick and easy to make, and they taste amazing. The dough is light and fluffy, and the Nutella filling is rich and decadent. Make them for breakfast, dessert or brunch. These doughnuts are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!

square white plate of donuts with nutella filling

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Nutella Doughnuts Recipe
Ingredients
Handy Kitchen Tools
How to Make Homemade Nutella Doughnuts
Frequently Asked Questions
More Dessert Recipes
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Nutella Doughnuts Recipe

Nutella and doughnuts - a heavenly combination of two classic desserts! This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. You can have fresh, warm doughnuts with Nutella filling in no time at all. If you want to impress, this is the recipe to do it with!

Who wouldn't love these delicious doughnuts? They're perfect for any occasion - from a quick snack to a special dessert. And Nutella is always a crowd favorite.

If you want donuts but need something even faster, then check out this recipe for air fryer biscuit donuts. And if you have leftover donuts that are a bit stale, make this donut hole bread pudding!

Ingredients

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (320g)
⅖ cup water (100 ml)
2 ⅓ tablespoons sugar (30g)
1 packet active dry yeast (¼ ounce/7grams)
1 teaspoon salt (6g)
1 large egg
½ cup milk, warmed (120ml)
⅛ cup butter, softened (25g)
½ cup Nutella (148g)
Oil for deep frying

Optional: Additional granulated sugar or powdered sugar for dusting.

rectangular white platter with stack of nutella filled donuts

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How to Make Homemade Nutella Doughnuts

This recipe requires a few hours to prepare, so plan ahead with the time needed for allowing the dough to rest.

Begin by making a flour paste. In a small saucepan, combine 2 ½ tablespoons of all-purpose flour and ⅖ cups of water together. Whisk for 1 to 2 minutes, until it has thickened. Then, remove the paste from the heat and refrigerate it for 30 minutes.

saucepan on black hotplate of flour paste

Once the paste has chilled, begin making the dough. In a large bowl, mix together the remaining flour, sugar, test, and salt in a large bowl. Then, mix in the flour paste you made earlier, the egg, milk, and softened butter until a sticky dough forms.

hand holding ball of dough in silver bowl

Place this dough in an oiled bowl and cover loosely, then let it set for 1 to 2 hours until it has doubled in size. If possible, place it in a warm place near the oven to help it rise faster.

Once the dough has risen, sprinkle a clean surface with flour, then roll out the dough to ¼" thickness. This is ideal for a reasonably sized donut, and they will puff up some as they cook, but you can make larger/thicker donuts by rolling out the dough a bit thicker.

Use a cookie cutter or a round glass and cut out the donuts. Roll the excess dough out again to use as much as possible.

Now, prepare a deep skillet or a deep fryer with oil for frying. Heat to 350°F, turning as needed, for 2 or 3 minutes, until the donuts are golden brown on all sides and cooked through. Do this in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Let the donuts drain on paper towels, and then sprinkle with sugar to coat the outside of the donuts.

Now, put the Nutella spread into a piping bag. Slice a hole into the end of each donut, and use the piping bag to fill the donuts with Nutella.

These are best served hot. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

knife and fork cutting open nutella donut

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Difference Between a Doughnut and a Donut?

Doughnuts and donuts are both fried, sweet, and tasty. But what is the difference between a doughnut and a donut?

There is no difference between doughnut and donut except for the spelling. Donut is the Americanized version of the word doughnut. However, if you are looking for the technically correct version of the word, it is doughnuts.

How Do You Fill A Donut?

The simplest way to fill a donut is to use a piping bag. Cut the tip off of the piping bag and insert your filling of choice. It is easiest to have a piping tip that has a large opening.

The tip will help make sure the filling gets into the middle of the doughnut. Pipe the Nutella filling into the center of the doughnut. Depending on the size and density of the doughnut, you might need to squeeze the filling in from each size.

Another option is to cut the doughnut in half and fill it like a sandwich or spread the Nutella over the top of the fried doughnut.

How Do You Store Nutella Donuts?

Nutella donuts are best enjoyed the same day they are made. They are fresh and light and have the best texture. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Sometimes as the doughnuts sit, they start to get stale, making them have a dense texture. Reheat in the microwave for about 15 seconds and the doughnut becomes soft again. Be careful that the filing has not gotten too warm. It can cause a burn. Once the doughnut is cool enough, enjoy.

Can You Freeze Doughnuts?

Yes, you can freeze them! After they have cooled completely, wrap each doughnut individually in plastic wrap. Place all of the wrapped doughnuts in a freezer-safe bag and store them for up to 3 months. When you are ready to enjoy, remove from the freezer and let thaw at room temperature or place in the microwave for about 15 seconds.

I do find that freezing without the filling is the easiest option. Then you can fill them once they have thawed, and the filling will be the same temperature as the donut, rather than too cold or too hot.

nutella doughnuts on white plate with bowl of nutella on end

More Dessert Recipes

I love chocolate, but it's not the only dessert on my menu. These donuts are delicious and easy to prepare, but if you are looking for another treat to add to your meal plan, look no further than the list here. Make sure that you bookmark these recipes. You can also print out the individual recipes or even pin them to Pinterest to make soon.

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Yield: 10

Decadent Nutella Doughnuts Recipe

This decadent Nutella doughnuts recipe is perfect for a tasty treat that everyone loves! A crispy yeast donut stuffed with the classic hazelnut and chocolate mixture.

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Additional Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes

Ingredients

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided (320g)
⅖ cup water (100 ml)
2 ⅓ tablespoons sugar (30g)
1 packet active dry yeast (¼ ounce/7grams)
1 teaspoon salt (6g)
1 large egg
½ cup milk, warmed (120ml)
⅛ cup butter, softened (25g)
½ cup Nutella (148g)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine 2 ½ tablespoons of all-purpose flour and ⅖ cup water together. Whisk and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until it has thickened. Remove from heat and refrigerate this paste for 30 minutes.
Now, combine the remaining flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Then, mix in the flour paste you made earlier, the egg, milk, and softened butter until a dough forms.
Cover loosely and let the dough rest for 1 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has rested, roll the dough out to ¼" thickness, and then cut it into rounds using a cookie cutter or glass.
In a deep skillet or deep fryer, heat the oil for frying to 350°F. Then, fry the donuts for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
Remove the cooked donuts from the hot oil and drain them on paper towels, sprinkling with sugar to coat the outside.
Put the Nutella into a piping bag and then cut a small hole on the side of each donut. Use the piping bag to fill the center of each donut with Nutella.