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
1 ½ cups gluten-free all purpose flour
¾ teaspoon xanthan gum
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ stick unsalted butter, melted oil
½ cup sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
¾ cup milk
Filling
1 cup fruit jam seedless raspberry
¼ cup water
Coating
½ stick unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
Preparation
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. In
a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, egg, vanilla and milk until smooth.
Add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
Spray a 24 cup mini muffin tin with non-stick spray and scoop 1 oumce of batter into each cup. Bake in a pre-heated 350 degrees Fahrenheit oven for approximately 15 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean. While the doughnuts are baking, combine the fruit jam and water in a bowl and microwave for one minute to warm. Stir until smooth.
Prepare the topping by filling one bowl with the melted butter and another with the sugar and cinnamon combination. Remove the doughnuts from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.
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.
If you're not comfortable using a piping bag, you can cut out a small round from the bottom of each doughnut, pour in the jam with a teaspoon and stuff the doughnut piece back into the hole.
It's a little clumsy but it will work.
When all the doughnuts are filled, quickly dip each one into the melted butter and then roll in the cinnamon sugar to coat. If you prefer to make the doughnuts even lighter, omit this step and simply dust with confectioners sugar.
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