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Spiderweb Donuts

Spiderweb donuts are a playful fried treat with a crispy exterior and soft, chewy interior, topped with a glossy glaze and intricate web patterns. Using basic ingredients like flour, yeast, and eggs, the dough is fried until golden, then decorated with a sweet glaze to create a fun, chaotic web design. Their imperfect, wild appearance makes them both a visual delight and a satisfying snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup warm milk (about 37°C or 98.6°F) for activating yeast
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze

Equipment

  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Piping bag or squeeze bottle
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire rack
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. In a separate small bowl, warm the milk until just steaming, then sprinkle the yeast over it. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy and bubbling—this activates the yeast.
  2. Add the eggs and melted butter to the yeast mixture, then pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until a sticky dough forms, pulling ingredients together.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (356°F). Use a thermometer to keep the temperature steady for perfect frying.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and divide into small, golf-ball-sized pieces. Gently stretch and shape each piece into a round donut shape with a hole in the center.
  6. Carefully lower the shaped donuts into the hot oil in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes until they turn a deep golden brown and sound crispy when tapped. Use a slotted spoon to turn and remove them.
  7. Transfer the fried donuts to a wire rack to drain excess oil and cool slightly. The donuts should be crispy on the outside and soft inside.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar with a splash of milk and a few drops of vanilla extract until smooth and glossy. This will be your glaze.
  9. Dip each donut into the glaze, letting excess drip off. Place the glazed donuts on a clean wire rack or parchment paper.
  10. Using a piping bag or squeeze bottle filled with remaining glaze, draw web-like patterns on each donut. Be playful—chaotic lines create the web effect.
  11. Allow the glaze to set for about 15 minutes until shiny and firm. Serve your spiderweb donuts fresh and enjoy their playful, crispy texture with a sweet, glossy finish.

Notes

Ensure oil temperature stays consistent for even frying. Feel free to experiment with different glaze flavors or add food coloring for more visual fun.