These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts are soft, fluffy, and filled with creamy cheesecake filling and sweet strawberry flavor. A delicious homemade dessert perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat.
Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts
Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy donut and discovering a creamy cheesecake filling with sweet strawberry flavor inside. These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts combine everything you love about classic donuts, cheesecake, and fresh strawberries in one irresistible dessert.
They’re perfect for weekend breakfasts, brunches, parties, or simply when you’re craving something extra special.
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
For the Topping
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- Fresh strawberries, finely chopped, optional
How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts
1. Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of the sugar. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Add the remaining sugar, egg, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough for approximately 6–8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place it in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Shape the Donuts
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll it to about ½-inch thickness.
Cut out rounds using a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter.
Place the dough rounds on a lightly floured baking sheet, cover them, and let them rise again for approximately 30–45 minutes.
3. Fry Until Golden
Heat vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pan to approximately 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place a few donuts into the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry for about 1–2 minutes per side, or until beautifully golden brown.
Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Allow the donuts to cool before filling.
4. Make the Cheesecake Filling
Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla and mix until creamy.
Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and strawberry jam.
For the smoothest filling, transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
5. Fill the Donuts
Use the tip of a piping bag or a small knife to make a hole in the side of each cooled donut.
Pipe the strawberry cheesecake mixture into the center until each donut feels nicely filled.
Don’t overfill, or the filling may spill out.
6. Add the Strawberry Glaze
Mix powdered sugar with enough milk to create a smooth glaze.
Stir in a little strawberry jam for extra flavor and color.
Drizzle or spread the glaze over the filled donuts.
For an extra-special finish, sprinkle finely chopped fresh strawberries over the top.
Tips for Perfect Donuts
Don’t overheat the oil. If it’s too hot, the outside can brown before the center cooks. If it’s too cool, the donuts can absorb too much oil.
Give the dough enough time to rise. Proper fermentation is what gives homemade donuts their light, fluffy texture.
Cool before filling. Filling very hot donuts can cause the cheesecake mixture to soften excessively.
Use fresh strawberries carefully. Pat them dry after washing so excess moisture doesn’t make the filling watery.
Can You Make Them Ahead?
The donuts are best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. Let it come closer to room temperature before shaping and frying.
Because the filling contains cream cheese and fresh strawberries, store filled donuts in the refrigerator and consume them promptly.
Final Thoughts
These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts are soft on the outside, creamy and fruity in the middle, and finished with a sweet strawberry glaze. They’re a fun twist on traditional homemade donuts and make an impressive treat without requiring complicated decorating skills.
Serve them with coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk—and don’t be surprised if they disappear quickly!