Peach Cobbler Meets Cheesecake Donuts
Indulge in the delightful fusion of peach cobbler and cheesecake with these fluffy donuts, crowned with a sweet peach topping that captures the essence of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Soft, inviting texture
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar To provide sweetness
- 1 tbsp baking powder For fluffy lift
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon For flavor
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg For flavor
- 0.5 cups whole milk For moisture
- 2 large eggs For binding
- 0.25 cups melted unsalted butter For richness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract For aroma
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 0.5 cups cream cheese Softened
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Peach Topping
- 1 tbsp butter For melting
- 0.5 cups diced fresh peaches Can use canned peaches if drained well
- 0.25 cups brown sugar For sweetness
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon For flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine whole milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and gently stir to combine, then fold in diced peaches.
Baking the Donuts
- Fill each donut mold about 3/4 full with the batter.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes.
Preparing the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
Making the Peach Topping
- In a saucepan, melt butter and add diced peaches, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
Assembly
- Fill each cooled donut with the cheesecake mixture using a piping bag.
- Top each filled donut generously with the warm peach topping and serve immediately.
Notes
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Adjust fill level to avoid spills during baking. For lighter versions, consider alternative ingredients listed in the tips.