Name: Spiced Nut-Coated Hot Doughnuts with Salted Caramel Dip Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 eggs, beaten; 300ml soured cream; 50g salted butter, melted; 400g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; ¼ whole nutmeg, finely grated; 3 tbsp golden caster sugar; ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda; Vegetable oil, for deep-frying; Salted caramel sauce, to serve; 100g salted mixed nuts; ½ tsp ground cinnamon; 3 cardamom pods, crushed and seeds removed; ½ whole nutmeg, grated; 3 tbsp light brown soft sugar

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Introduction

These hot doughnuts coated in a spiced sugared nut mixture offer a delightful crunch and warming flavors. Paired with salted caramel sauce, they make a perfect treat for any occasion. Enjoy the combination of soft dough and aromatic spices in every bite.

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Ingredients

2 eggs, beaten
300ml soured cream
50g salted butter, melted
400g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ whole nutmeg, finely grated
3 tbsp golden caster sugar
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
Salted caramel sauce, to serve
100g salted mixed nuts
½ tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
3 cardamom pods, crushed and seeds removed
½ whole nutmeg, grated (for coating)
3 tbsp light brown soft sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Make the spiced nut coating by pulsing the nuts, ½ tsp cinnamon, crushed cardamom seeds, and grated nutmeg in a food processor until very fine and dusty. Stir in the light brown sugar, then transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
Step 2: In a jug, whisk together the beaten eggs, soured cream, and melted butter until combined.
Step 3: In a large bowl, mix the self-raising flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ grated nutmeg, golden caster sugar, bicarbonate of soda, and ½ tsp fine salt. Whisk to combine the dry ingredients.
Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Step 5: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly for about 5 minutes until soft and smooth. Shape the dough into a rectangle about 1.5 cm thick.
Step 6: Use a 5 cm round cutter to stamp out circles from the dough, then roll these into 24–26 balls.
Step 7: While shaping the dough, heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan filled no more than one-third full to 180°C. Test the temperature by dropping in a cube of bread — it should sizzle immediately and brown within 30 seconds.
Step 8: Lower a few doughnut balls into the hot oil at a time and fry for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally to brown evenly.
Step 9: Remove the cooked doughnuts with a slotted spoon and immediately toss them in the prepared spiced nut coating to coat evenly.
Step 10: Serve the hot doughnuts with salted caramel sauce for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh spices for the coating to get the most aromatic flavor.
Try substituting soured cream with Greek yogurt if preferred.
For a nut-free option, coat doughnuts in cinnamon sugar instead.
Maintain oil temperature to ensure doughnuts cook evenly without becoming greasy.

Storage

These doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh and hot. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Reheat briefly in a warm oven to restore crispness before serving. Avoid refrigerating, as this can make them dry and tough.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I bake these doughnuts instead of frying?

While this recipe is designed for deep-frying to achieve the classic texture and flavor, you can bake them at 180°C for about 12–15 minutes. The texture will be lighter but less traditional.

What type of nuts are best for the coating?

Salted mixed nuts work well, offering a variety of textures and flavors. You can also use just pecans, almonds, or walnuts depending on your preference.