Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts

 

🍓 Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts — The Ultimate Dessert Mashup

If you’ve ever found yourself torn between a donut and a slice of strawberry cheesecake, this recipe is about to make your dessert dreams come true. These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts combine the best of both worlds — fluffy, golden donuts filled with a creamy cheesecake center and topped with sweet strawberry goodness.

They’re indulgent, beautiful, and surprisingly easy to make — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.

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🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Decadent yet light: A perfectly fluffy donut with a rich, creamy filling.

• Bursting with flavor: Fresh strawberries add a bright, fruity touch.

• Totally customizable: Bake or fry them, glaze or dust with sugar — your choice!

• Showstopping treat: They look as amazing as they taste.

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🍩 Ingredients

For the Donuts:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• ¾ cup warm milk (about 100°F / 38°C)

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

• 1 large egg

• ½ teaspoon salt

• Oil for frying (if frying)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup powdered sugar

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Topping:

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced

• 2 tablespoons sugar

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Optional for Garnish:

• Powdered sugar for dusting

• Crushed graham crackers for a cheesecake-style finish

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🍽 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Add butter, egg, and salt, then mix in the flour gradually until a soft dough forms.
Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth, then cover and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

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2️⃣ Shape the Donuts

Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick on a floured surface.
Cut into rounds using a donut cutter or a glass.
Place on a parchment-lined tray, cover, and let rest another 30 minutes.

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3️⃣ Fry or Bake

• To Fry: Heat oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry each donut for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.

• To Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.

Transfer to a rack and let cool slightly.

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4️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.

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5️⃣ Make the Strawberry Topping

In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring until syrupy. Let cool.

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6️⃣ Fill the Donuts

Once donuts are cool enough to handle, use a knife or piping tip to make a small hole in the side.
Pipe the cheesecake filling inside until slightly full and plump.

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7️⃣ Top and Serve

Spoon strawberry topping over each donut.
Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Enjoy immediately — though good luck stopping at just one! 🍓✨

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💡 Tips for Perfect Stuffed Donuts

• Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.

• Don’t overfill — a little cheesecake goes a long way!

• Chill before serving for a more “cheesecake-like” texture.

• These donuts taste best the same day, but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.

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✨ Final Thought

These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts are the definition of pure indulgence — soft, creamy, and full of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re making them for a weekend brunch, a holiday breakfast, or just because you deserve something sweet, they’re guaranteed to impress.

It’s not just a donut — it’s dessert heaven in handheld form. 🍩❤️🍓