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Pumpkin Cheesecake Brioche Doughnuts Recipe

Pumpkin Cheesecake Brioche Doughnuts Recipe

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Delicious and indulgent Pumpkin Cheesecake Brioche Doughnuts that are perfect for fall mornings or a special treat. These brioche doughnuts are filled with a creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling and coated in a spiced sugar mixture for a truly irresistible combination.

Ingredients

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Doughnuts:

  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 250g whole milk, lukewarm
  • 4 Tbsp (50g) sugar
  • 565g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 100g unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • Neutral Oil for Frying

Pumpkin Spice Sugar:

  • 200g granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling:

  • 280g pumpkin puree (200g reduced)
  • 450g cream cheese, softened
  • 100g powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch salt

Instructions

  1. DOUGHNUTS – In a small bowl, combine yeast, milk, and sugar. Let sit until foamy. Mix dry ingredients in a stand mixer, then add wet ingredients. Mix until dough forms. Add butter, mix until smooth. Let rise. Shape doughnuts, let proof. Fry until golden brown.
  2. PUMPKIN SPICE SUGAR – Combine all ingredients.
  3. PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE FILLING – Cook pumpkin, then mix with other ingredients until smooth.
  4. ASSEMBLY – Fill doughnuts with pumpkin cheesecake filling.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
  • Be careful when frying the doughnuts to maintain a consistent oil temperature.
  • Feel free to adjust the spices in the pumpkin cheesecake filling to suit your taste.

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Keywords: Pumpkin, Cheesecake, Brioche, Doughnuts, Fall, Dessert