Cookies and Cream Donut

Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these irresistibly fluffy and decadent Cookies and Cream Donuts. This recipe combines the perfect balance of light, airy homemade donuts with a rich cream filling studded with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies. A silky glaze adds the finishing touch, making these donuts not only delicious but visually stunning. With step-by-step instructions for creating yeast-raised donuts from scratch, a creamy cookies-and-cream filling, and a simple glaze, this recipe is perfect for special occasions or whenever you're craving a bakery-quality dessert at home. Serve them fresh for an unforgettable treat that combines classic cookies-and-cream flavors with gourmet donut perfection. Perfect for donut lovers and fans of cookies and cream!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup warm milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
• 0.5 cup cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons milk

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

Add the remaining sugar, eggs, melted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add in the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the cream filling. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Mix until the filling is creamy and well combined.

Step 6

Fold in the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies into the cream mixture. Set this filling aside.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Step 8

Using a donut cutter, cut out donuts and donut holes. Transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 9

Cover and let them rise for additional 30 minutes until they are puffy.

Step 10

Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry donuts in batches, about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 11

For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a bowl until smooth.

Step 12

Once the donuts are cool, slice them horizontally and pipe or spoon the cream filling onto the bottom half. Place the top half back on.

Step 13

Dip the top of each filled donut into the glaze. Optionally, sprinkle more crushed cookies on top for garnish.

Step 14

Let the glaze set before serving the decadent cookies and cream donuts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1807.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7685.2

Total Fat 546.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 270.6g
Cholesterol 622.9mg	0%
Sodium 3567.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 665.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 292.8g
Protein 78.7g	0%

Vitamin D 191.0IU	0%
Calcium 623.3mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 1558.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 33.7%