Description
Blueberry Lemon Curd Donut Holes are crispy outside, fluffy inside, filled with homemade lemon curd, and coated in vanilla bean glaze. A bright and zesty twist on a classic donut bite. Quick to make and perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups (225g) all-purpose flour
6 tbsp (80g) granulated sugar
1 tsp (4g) baking powder
1/4 tsp (2g) baking soda
1/2 tsp (3g) salt
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (150ml) buttermilk
1 egg, room temperature
2 tbsp (40g) Greek yogurt or sour cream
2 tbsp (28g) salted butter, melted
1 tsp (4g) vanilla extract
1/2 cup (65g) blueberries
Oil for frying
Lemon Curd:
1/4 cup (58g) salted butter
1/2 cup (120ml) lemon juice
1 cup (220g) sugar
3 eggs
1 tbsp (6g) lemon zest
Glaze:
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
2–4 tbsp (30–60ml) buttermilk
1/2 tsp (2g) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the Lemon Curd
Melt butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add lemon juice, eggs, sugar, and zest. Whisk thoroughly. Microwave for 1 minute, then whisk again. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, whisking each time, until thickened like custard (about 5–6 rounds). Chill in the fridge. - Prepare the Donut Dough
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, yogurt, and vanilla. Add melted butter, whisking until smooth. Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined—do not overmix. Gently fold in blueberries. Chill dough for 30 minutes. - Fry the Donut Holes
Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350–370°F. Scoop chilled dough with a small cookie scoop and carefully drop into the oil. Fry 6–8 at a time for 2–4 minutes, turning frequently. Drain on paper towel-lined rack. - Make the Glaze
Mix powdered sugar, buttermilk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust consistency with more sugar or buttermilk as needed. - Glaze and Fill
Dip warm donut holes into the glaze and set on a rack to dry. Once cooled, pipe chilled lemon curd into each donut using a pastry bag with a filling tip. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
Use wild blueberries for even distribution
Store unfilled donuts in the freezer for up to 2 months
Adjust glaze consistency by adding more sugar or buttermilk
- Prep Time: 15 minutes Inactive Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g