Description
Gingerbread Sourdough Donuts are a festive delight that combines the rich spices of gingerbread with the tangy flavor of sourdough. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy mornings, these soft and flavorful donuts are infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and molasses, creating a warm and inviting treat. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or pair them with your favorite coffee for a delightful breakfast experience. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe makes it easy for bakers of all skill levels to add a special touch to their holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the sourdough starter, brown sugar, molasses, and milk until combined. Add the egg and stir well.
- In another bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rest at room temperature for about an hour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick and cut out donuts using a donut cutter.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat and fry each donut for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure your sourdough starter is bubbly for best results.
- If you prefer baking over frying, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake shaped donuts in a greased pan for about 10-12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg