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Combine Dry Ingredients
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- In the bowl of your stand mixer, whisk together 500 g all-purpose flour, 50 g granulated sugar, a pinch of salt, and 14 g instant yeast (2 packets or ~4 tsp).
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- Stir well so the yeast is evenly distributed.
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- Add 2 large eggs, 280 g lukewarm whole milk, 1 tablespoon LorAnn Organic Madagascar Vanilla Bean Paste, and 10g freeze-dried raspberries (crushed into a powder).
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- Using the paddle attachment, mix on medium speed just until a sticky dough forms, about 5 minutes.
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Incorporate Butter & Knead
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- Switch to the dough hook attachment.
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- With the mixer on medium speed, add 50 g (3½ Tbsp) softened unsalted butter in small pieces. Allow each piece to blend before adding the next.
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- Knead for about 5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic, pulling away from the bowl sides.
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- Shape the dough into a ball and place it into a lightly greased bowl.
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- Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest in a warm place for 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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Overnight Chill (Optional)
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- For deeper flavor, refrigerate the dough overnight. If skipping, continue once the first rise is complete.
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- Punch down the risen dough to release gas.
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- On a lightly floured surface, divide it into 15 equal pieces (about 40 g each).
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- Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise for another 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
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- In a large pot or deep fryer, heat ½ gallon of oil to 350°F (175°C).
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- Gently lower a few dough balls at a time into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or spider.
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- Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
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Prepare Raspberry Cheesecake Filling
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- In a mixing bowl, beat 225 g (8 oz) softened cream cheese, 100 g (5 oz) mascarpone cheese, and 60 g (½ cup) powdered sugar until smooth.
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- Add ⅛ teaspoon LorAnn Oils Raspberry Super Strength, 30 g (2 Tbsp) lemon juice, and 2 g (1 tsp) lemon zest. Beat until combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
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- Stir in 10 g (about ¼ cup) crushed freeze-dried raspberries for extra raspberry flavor.
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- In a separate bowl, whip 120 g (½ cup) heavy cream to soft peaks. Fold it into the cream cheese mixture to lighten the texture.
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- Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a round or Bismark tip.
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- Using the piping tip (or a small knife), create a hole in each cooled doughnut.
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- Pipe the raspberry cheesecake filling until the center is plump.
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- For extra fruit flavor, you can add a small swirl of homemade raspberry jam before or after piping the cheesecake filling.
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- Dust with powdered sugar, top with additional freeze-dried raspberries, or drizzle with melted chocolate.
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- Enjoy fresh, or store in the refrigerator (due to the cream cheese filling) for up to 2 days. Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
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- Refrigerate leftover doughnuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days (filling contains dairy).
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- Reheat gently in the microwave for about 10–15 seconds, if desired.
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- Overnight Chill: For maximum flavor development and easier dough handling, do not skip the overnight rest.
