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Instructions
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In a small bowl, add the yeast in the warm water. Add 1 tsp of sugar to the yeast and water. Allow time to proof.
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In a large bowl, Combine salt, flour and sugar. Stir to combine.
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Create a well in the center.
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Add the yeast mixture.
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Add butter and vanilla.
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Stir to combine.
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Cover and let the dough rise for about an hour.
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When the dough has doubled in size add the lemon juice or extract and blueberries.
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Gently fold the fruit into the dough and allow to rise for about 30 minutes longer.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Getting the dough into your donut pans can be done in several ways. You can squeeze the dough in via a pastry bag, or you can work it with your hands and carefully lay it into the donut pans in a rough circle of dough.
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When the dough is in the pans, let it sit on your warm stovetop and rest for 10 minutes.
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Bake the donuts for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
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While the donuts are baking, mix up a glaze if desired.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Macerate Blueberries First 🫐Toss fresh blueberries with a tablespoon of flour and let them sit for 15 minutes before folding into batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.
- Zest Before Juicing 🍋Always zest your lemons before cutting and juicing them, as it's nearly impossible to zest a halved lemon—this ensures you capture maximum aromatic oils for superior flavor.
- Activate Yeast Properly 🧪Test your yeast in warm water (110°F) for 5 minutes before mixing into the dough; it should foam actively, indicating freshness and ensuring proper rise and texture.
- Glaze While Donuts Cool Slightly ❄️Apply the lemon glaze when donuts are warm but not hot (about 5 minutes out of the oven) so it adheres perfectly without sliding off or absorbing too quickly.
- Don't Overmix the Batter 🥄Fold ingredients gently by hand until just combined to maintain a light, cakey crumb structure—overmixing develops gluten and creates dense, tough donuts.
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