Description
These Old-Fashioned Chocolate Donut Holes are tender and rich, fried to perfection and coated with a luscious salted chocolate hazelnut glaze that adds a delightful sweet-salty contrast. Perfect bite-sized treats for any chocolate lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups cake flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp espresso powder or granules
- Neutral oil, for frying (e.g., high-heat olive oil or avocado oil)
- For the glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt
- 3–4 tbsp milk of choice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Add egg yolks, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, sift together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until smooth.
- Heat neutral oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a small scoop or spoon, carefully drop batter into hot oil, frying donut holes until puffed and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, chocolate hazelnut spread, vanilla, salt, and milk until smooth and pourable.
- Dip warm donut holes into glaze or drizzle glaze over them.
- Let glaze set slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature stays steady at 350°F for even frying.
- Drain donut holes well on paper towels to avoid sogginess.
- Use cake flour for a lighter, softer texture or all-purpose for a bit denser bite.
- Glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less milk.
- Serve fresh for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 donut holes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg