Today we share with you a perfect recipe to add a touch of celebration to your table: the Christmas Donut. A simple preparation that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth, but will also envelop your kitchen in an irresistible Christmas scent. The recipe for this Christmas donut can be considered the festive version of the classic yogurt donut, a sure-fire dessert; With common ingredients like eggs, sugar, and yogurt, this donut is easy to make and the result is a sweet, soft and tasty, suitable for all Christmas occasions. The addition of cocoa, red coloring, and a dark chocolate ganache give the donut a special touch without overly complicating the preparation. Decoration with sprinklessprigs of rosemary and currant kernels add a touch of elegance, making the donut not only a pleasure for the palate but also a visually appealing addition to your Christmas table. A dessert designed for those who want to delight guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Follow our step-by-step guide to create this tasty Christmas Donut and treat yourself to a moment of sweetness in this festive period.

Preparation

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Prepare all the ingredients on the table, already weighed; eggs, milk and yogurt must be at room temperature. Sift the flour and set it aside. In a bowl, pour the yogurt and combine the milk and lemon juice. Mix and let rest for 10 minutes; this step will allow the yogurt to thicken slightly so as to make the donut particularly soft.

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Start whipping the eggs with the sugar; you will have to obtain a swollen and frothy mixture, light in colour. To do this you can use an electric whisk, a planetary mixer or a hand mixer. Add the oil little by little and continue whipping the mixture; be careful not to disassemble the mixture so adjust the speed of the whisk if necessary.

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Continuing to mix, add the milk and lemon yogurt mix, the sifted flour and the cocoa. Gradually decrease the speed of the whisk.

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Once everything is mixed together, add the red coloring and the yeast.

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Carefully butter and flour a donut mold; pour the dough and bake at 180 degrees for about 35 minutes. To check for doneness, use the toothpick by inserting it into the center of the donut. If it comes out clean, the donut is ready; take it out of the oven and let it cool.

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While the donut cools, prepare the chocolate ganache. Chop the chocolate into flakes and place it in a bowl. She pours the cream into a saucepan and puts it on the heat; as soon as it almost reaches boiling point she pours it over the chocolate.

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Stir continuously until the chocolate is completely melted; you will need to obtain a smooth and homogeneous cream. Let it cool and once cold whip it with an electric whisk.

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Cut the donut in half and fill the base with ganache. Close with the top.

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Prepare the icing by mixing icing sugar and water until you obtain a creamy consistency.

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Pour the icing onto the donut and let it drip down the sides of the cake. As soon as she has set, she decorates your Christmas donut with sprinkles, rosemary, mint and currants.

Tips and tricks

Make sure you whisk the eggs well with the sugar until you get a light and fluffy consistency. This will help make the donut light and fluffy. Make sure the cream is hot when you pour it over the chocolate. The ideal temperature is around 85°; you can check it with a simple food thermometer. This will help melt the chocolate evenly, ensuring a smooth and creamy ganache. To avoid the formation of lumps during the preparation of the donut you can sift together the flour with the baking powder and cocoa and then proceed as expected. When making the frosting, add water gradually to reach the desired consistency. If it’s too runny, you can add more icing sugar. Prepare the Christmas donut base one day before filling it; once ready and cold, wrap it in cling film and place it in a cool place. It will be easier to cut it.

storage

Given the presence of chocolate ganache, the donut must be stored in the refrigerator. Keep it at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the ganache to soften slightly.