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Spiderweb Donuts

Spiderweb donuts are fluffy fried treats decorated with a web pattern, combining soft dough with crispy exteriors. They are filled with jam or chocolate spread for gooey contrast and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar or glaze for added sweetness. Their tangled web design makes each donut visually striking and uniquely imperfect, with a warm, sweet aroma that entices everyone nearby.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour for the dough's structure
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast for rising the dough
  • ¾ cup milk warm to activate yeast
  • ¼ cup butter melted and warm
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for sweetness and browning
  • ½ cup jam or chocolate spread for filling
  • powdered sugar or glaze for finishing optional dusting or coating

Equipment

  • Rolling pin
  • Round cutter or glass
  • Piping bag or small spoon
  • Deep frying pan or pot
  • Slotted spoon or spider strainer

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Warm the milk and melt the butter together until just warm and combined, about 40°C (105°F), filling your kitchen with a cozy aroma.
  3. Pour the warm mixture into the dry ingredients and knead until you get a smooth, elastic dough, about 8 minutes—this helps develop the gluten for a soft texture.
  4. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, filling your kitchen with the smell of yeast and warmth.
  5. Once risen, punch down the dough gently and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1 cm thickness, creating an even layer.
  6. Use a round cutter or glass to cut out circles, arranging them on a parchment-lined tray.
  7. Fill a piping bag or small spoon with jam or chocolate spread, then dollop a small amount onto the center of each donut circle, avoiding the edges.
  8. Create the web pattern by piping thin lines across each donut in a crisscross manner, then connect these lines with radial strokes from the center outward.
  9. Heat your oil to approximately 180°C (355°F). Carefully fry the donuts in batches, turning once, until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side, filling your kitchen with a delightful frying aroma.
  10. Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon or spider strainer, drain on paper towels, and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar or drizzling with glaze for the perfect finishing touch.

Notes

Ensure the oil maintains a steady temperature of around 180°C (355°F) for even frying. For a prettier web pattern, pipe thin lines and steady radial strokes. Overcrowding the pan will lower the oil temperature, so fry in batches for crispy, golden donuts.