Donut Burger Recipes

DONUT BURGER

Steps:

• For the glaze:.
• Place all of the ingredients in the bowl of an electric mixer.
• Starting slow, whip with the paddle attachment until smooth and lump-free and just slightly thicker than pouring consistency.
• Adjust with more powdered sugar and cream if necessary.
• For the donuts:.
• In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the water and let stand for 5 minutes.
• Then, place all of ingredients in the bowl of an electric stand mixer and mix on medium speed until the dough gathers on the hook.
• Turn out onto a lightly floured board and knead just until smooth.
• Divide the dough into 2 pieces and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
• Remove 1 piece of dough from the refrigerator at a time and roll to ½-inch thickness.
• Punch with a 2-inch donut cutter (or a 2-inch round cutter and a plain piping tip).
• Let proof at room temperature until slightly puffed, about 10-15 minutes.
• Heat 1-inch oil in a skillet to 350 degrees and fry for 15-30 seconds on each side.
• Let the donuts cool and then glaze.
• For the burger:.
• Season the beef with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Divide up into 10 evenly sized balls and press down into patties.
• Preheat the grill on medium-high heat and lightly coat the grates with oil.
• Grill the burger patties to the desired temperature.
• Add a slice of Cheddar on top of each patty.
• Slice each donut down the middle, placing the patty in between and top with a light spread of mayonnaise.
• Top with the other donut slice and serve.