Lokum Donut (turkish Delight Donuts)

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Turkish cuisine with these Lokum Donuts, a unique twist on the classic Turkish delight. These donuts are a perfect combination of chewy lokum and fluffy donut, creating a sweet treat that is sure to impress.

Lokum Donut (turkish Delight Donuts)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup chopped lokum (Turkish delight)
  • Oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and vegetable oil. Add the yeast mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour.
  4. Roll out the dough and cut into circles. Place a piece of chopped lokum in the center of each circle, then fold the dough over to encase the lokum.
  5. Heat oil in a pan and fry the donuts until golden brown.
  6. Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
11g

Supplies

Bowl Frying pan Rolling pin Pastry cutter

Tools

Mixing spoon Knife Tongs Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Lokum Donuts with a hot cup of Turkish coffee for an authentic experience.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when frying the donuts to ensure they are cooked evenly and not burnt.

Cost

$10