Passover Doughnuts

Soft, golden, and irresistibly warm, these Passover Doughnuts are the perfect festive treat to sweeten your holiday celebrations. Made with a simple blend of pantry staples like matzo meal, butter, and eggs, this recipe transforms traditionally unleavened ingredients into fluffy bites of fried perfection. With a light dusting of powdered sugar, these doughnuts offer a delightful contrast between their crispy exterior and tender, airy center. The recipe is quick and beginner-friendly, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward frying techniques for foolproof results. Whether served as a dessert or a mid-day indulgence, these gluten-free Passover Doughnuts are sure to be a hit for Seder night and beyond.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter or margarine
• 1 cup Matzo meal
• 4 large Eggs
• 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and butter. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring until the butter is fully melted.

Step 2

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the matzo meal. Continue stirring until the mixture forms a smooth dough and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time to the dough, beating well after each addition. The dough should become smooth and slightly sticky.

Step 4

In a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature as consistent as possible.

Step 5

Using two spoons, scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and drop it gently into the hot oil. Fry 4-5 doughnuts at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.

Step 6

Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on all sides, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Step 7

Remove the fried doughnuts with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining dough until all the doughnuts are fried.

Step 9

If desired, lightly dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1386.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7461.0

Total Fat 777.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 138.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 873.2mg	0%
Sodium 897.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 58.4g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 193.2IU	0%
Calcium 151.2mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 421.0mg	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: 90.3%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 7.8%