Fresh Chilli Jam Doughnuts

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Perfect for those moments when you’re craving a little excitement at the weekend, a midweek pick-me-up, or a cheeky nibble with a twist, this is comfort food with added kick. Think soft, sweet, pillowy dough paired with the unexpected warmth of chilli jam – it’s a delicious balance of heat and indulgence that proves there’s never a wrong time to turn up the heat.

Serves: 8

Prep: 2 hours (including proving time)

Cook: 20 mins

Ingredients:

  • 225g Strong white bread flour
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Golden caster sugar
  • 15g Butter, unsalted and melted
  • 7g Fast action yeast
  • 125ml Warm water
  • 1 Egg
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 210g Jar Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam
  • Caster sugar for coating

Method:

  • Place all the ingredients except the oil, Fresh Chilli Jam and sugar for coating in a large bowl, mix and knead for 10 mins
  • Cut the dough into eight and shape into balls. Leave to prove on a greased tray until doubled in size
  • Heat the oil in a pan to a medium heat. Deep fry the doughnuts until golden brown, drain and toss in sugar
  • When the doughnuts are cool, place the Fresh Chilli Jam in a piping bag. Make a small hole in the side of each doughnut, fill with the jam

Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam RRP £4.10 for 210g is available from fine food delis and farm shops nationwide and online at www.tracklements.co.uk

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