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Donuts Assado de Canela e Cardamomo

Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 12 minutes
Servings 9 pieces
Calories 250
Delight in these baked cinnamon and cardamom donuts, perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside, infused with warm spices.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 350 g all-purpose flour (plus 75g extra)
  • 185 g unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 90 mL whole milk
  • 90 g plain yogurt (cold)
  • 45 g granulated sugar
  • 2 units eggs
  • 2 g egg yolks
  • 20 mL warm water
  • 8 g ground cinnamon (2-3/4 teaspoons)
  • 3 g ground cardamom (1-1/4 teaspoons)
  • 5 g instant dry yeast
  • 6 g refined salt
  • 100 g salted cashew nuts (roughly chopped)
  • 100 g refined sugar
  • 50 g unsalted butter (melted)

Instructions 

  • Mix dry ingredients and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Combine cold liquids separately and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Activate yeast with warm water for 2 minutes.
  • Mix liquids and dry ingredients, knead until elastic (~7 min in mixer).
  • Add melted butter gradually, knead until soft and elastic.
  • Let dough ferment at room temperature for 45 minutes, then fold.
  • Ferment again for 45 minutes, fold, then refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • Divide dough into 9 pieces (~100g each), shape into balls, rest 10 min.
  • Flatten, cut centers with a 1.5cm cutter, prepare for second fermentation.
  • Spray water, press cashews onto doughnuts, let ferment 1.5 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 190°C, bake for 10-11 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Brush with melted butter, then coat with sugar.

Notes

Ensure dough is well rested for best texture and flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Brazilian
Keyword: cardamom, cinnamon, donuts