About the Recipe
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a delectable and gluten-free rendition of a classic holiday treat that brings joy and sweetness to your Hanukkah festivities. Our light and airy Gluten-Free Baked Sufganiyot are designed to capture the essence of traditional sufganiyot, which are beloved jelly-filled doughnuts typically enjoyed during this special time of year. Unlike the conventional method that involves excessive frying, our baked version allows you to savor these delicious confections with a healthier twist, making them suitable for a wider range of dietary preferences and needs.
These golden-brown confections are not only visually appealing but also embody the warmth and spirit of Hanukkah. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, with a soft and fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Filled with your choice of luscious fruit preserves or traditional jelly, they offer a perfect balance of sweetness that honors the holiday’s miraculous themes. The delightful aroma of freshly baked sufganiyot wafts through the air, inviting family and friends to gather around and share in the joy of the season.
As you prepare to celebrate Hanukkah, these gluten-free baked sufganiyot serve as an ideal way to create cherished memories with loved ones. They can be enjoyed during the lighting of the menorah, served at festive gatherings, or even packaged as thoughtful gifts for neighbors and friends. The process of making these treats can become a cherished family tradition, where everyone can participate in the mixing, filling, and decorating, fostering a sense of togetherness and joy.
In addition to their delightful taste, these baked sufganiyot are a testament to the adaptability of holiday recipes, proving that you can enjoy traditional flavors while accommodating modern dietary restrictions. So, this Hanukkah, indulge in the sweet celebration of light and miracles with our scrumptious gluten-free baked sufganiyot, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festive spirit and deliciousness of this beloved holiday treat.
Ingredients
1½ cups brown rice flour
¼ cup white rice flour
½ cup potato starch
¼ cup tapioca flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon xanthan gum
¼ cup butter ,at room temperature
¼ cup oil
½ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit .
Lightly grease a donut pan.
In a bowl, combine the flours, starch, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon salt, and xanthan gum.
In a separate, larger bowl, beat the butter, oil, and sugars until combined. Then, beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
Alternately beat in half of the milk, then half of the flour mixture, followed by the remaining milk and flour mixture. Beat just until combined.
Scoop the batter into the donut hole molds, filling them to the top.
Bake the donuts on the middle rack for 7-8 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the donuts remain in the pan for 2 minutes before removing them.
Fill a piping bag with the jam mixture and, using a small tip, insert about a teaspoon’s worth of jam into the bottom of each doughnut.
When all the doughnuts are filled, quickly dip each one into the melted butter and then roll in the cinnamon sugar to coat.
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