Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Donut Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your donut pan with non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; this will keep the donuts fluffy.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
- Add the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- Fold in the peach preserves and cinnamon gently until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off for easy filling.
Assemble the Donuts
- Once the donuts are completely cooled, use the piping bag to fill each donut with the cheesecake filling. Insert the tip into the side of the donut and squeeze gently.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.
- Dip the top of each filled donut into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place back on the cooling rack to set.
Nutrition
Notes
These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For a fun twist, you can add chopped pecans or walnuts to the cheesecake filling for added crunch.
