Zucchini Doughnut Puffs

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly fluffy Zucchini Doughnut Puffs—an innovative twist on classic doughnuts! Perfectly golden and lightly crisp on the outside, these bite-sized treats boast a tender, spiced interior with a subtle hint of zucchini sweetness. Made with grated zucchini, cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla, this easy-to-make recipe is a clever way to incorporate veggies into your desserts while still indulging in the decadence of deep-fried dough. Dust them with powdered sugar or roll them in cinnamon sugar for an extra layer of sweetness. Whether served warm as a comforting snack or as a surprising addition to your brunch spread, these homemade doughnut puffs are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re the perfect quick dessert for zucchini lovers and doughnut enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup grated Zucchini
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Grate the zucchini and use a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold the grated zucchini into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or heavy-bottomed skillet to 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.

Step 7

Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 8

Fry the doughnut puffs for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 10

Once the doughnut puffs have slightly cooled, dust them with powdered sugar or roll them in cinnamon sugar.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1662.3 grams (1662.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9854

Total Fat 981.90g	1259%
Saturated Fat 153.70g	769%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 293mg	98%
Sodium 3078mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 323.90g	118%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 179.60g
Protein 31.10g	62%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 260mg	20%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 809mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.2%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 12.6%