Deep-fried cottage cheese donuts in a frying pan – a recipe for airy donuts with step-by-step photos

Fried cottage cheese donuts are easy to make without yeast in a frying pan if you're tired of baking them in the oven. This way, you'll use less oil and still get a classic dessert that's perfect for any children's party or just with tea.

Nutritional value per serving

321.9 kcal

Proteins: 9.7 g
Fats: 14.5 g
Carbohydrates: 38.7 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 30 min
Time in the kitchen: 30 min
Complexity:

It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
Number of servings: 6

In this classic recipe It's recommended to use low-fat cottage cheese, even completely fat-free. Otherwise, the dough won't cook well and may remain raw. preparation homemade goodies will be perfect, without any incidents.

Round donuts from curd dough need to cook in boiling oilto reduce the amount of fat absorbed. It's best to eat them the same day, as they won't be as crispy and soft the next day, and the flavor of the oil will be much stronger.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Fluffy cottage cheese donuts deep-fried in a frying pan

Ingredients

Servings

Cottage cheese

300 G
Egg C1

2 pcs
Salt

1 tsp
Sugar

100 G
Soda

1 tsp
Sunflower oil

20 ml
Flour

300 G
Vegetable oil

to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place all ingredients except flour in a bowl and mix thoroughly with a fork until smooth. Be sure to mash the cottage cheese to break up any large grains.

Step 2

Add half of the flour and mix until you get a liquid dough without lumps.

Step 3

Add the remaining sifted flour and knead until the dough is soft and pliable.

Step 4

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured work surface into a layer about 7-8 mm thick.

Step 5

We cut out donuts using cookie rings 8 and 3 mm in diameter.

Step 6

Heat sunflower oil in a wide, deep frying pan over low heat, then increase the heat to medium. Insert a wooden spatula into the oil; if it bubbles, the oil is ready. Add the donuts and fry for about 1.5 minutes per side.

Step 7

Flip the donuts with forks, like patties, and fry for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain off excess oil and keep them crispy on the outside.

Step 8

The curd donuts are ready. Transfer them to a serving platter, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve.

How to decorate donuts

A classic Russian decoration for donuts is powdered sugar. After the excess butter has drained and the dessert has cooled, simply sprinkle the donuts generously and enjoy.

If desired, you can decorate the donuts in the American style and make doughnuts. For this, you can use chocolate icing, colored with fat-soluble food coloring. Top the donuts with sprinkles, chocolate and coconut shavings, and caramel netting.

How long do donuts last?

This dessert will keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days if you store the donuts in an airtight container to protect them from unwanted odors. Just make sure they cool completely. Otherwise, the condensation will soak into the dough, and the donuts will become completely soggy. All you have to do is throw them away.

If you haven't made donuts at home yet, just give them a try. You're sure to fall in love with the richness of flavor this simple dessert offers.

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