Description
These Biscuit Dough Donut Holes are a quick and delightful treat perfect for any time of day. Made from simple canned biscuit dough, fried until golden, coated in cinnamon sugar, and served with a smooth chocolate dipping sauce, they offer a comforting blend of crispy, sweet, and chocolatey flavors.
Ingredients
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Donut Holes
- 1 can buttermilk Pillsbury Grands biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- Vegetable oil for deep frying (about 2 cups to reach 1-inch depth)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Chocolate Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Open the package of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball to create the donut holes.
- Heat the oil: In a large heavy pot, pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1 inch and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit, using a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
- Fry the donut holes: Carefully place a few dough balls into the hot oil, frying in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place on a cooling rack or paper towels to drain excess oil and cool slightly.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon on a plate or shallow bowl. Roll the warm donut holes in the sugar mixture until evenly coated.
- Make the chocolate sauce: Combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 to 45 seconds until chocolate is fully melted, then stir until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Arrange the donut holes on a serving plate with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy warm for the best taste.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain the oil temperature at 350°F for perfectly cooked donut holes without absorbing excess oil.
- If you don’t have cinnamon, you can roll the donut holes in powdered sugar or vanilla sugar as an alternative.
- The chocolate sauce can be kept warm in a small bowl over a pot of simmering water if serving over time.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with evaporated milk or use lower-fat chocolate chips, though this might slightly alter the texture of the sauce.
- Be cautious when frying and never leave hot oil unattended for safety reasons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 donut holes
- Calories: 258 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 38 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.04 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg
