Ingredients
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For the Donut Dough
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
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- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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- 1/4 teaspoon salt
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- 1/2 cup buttermilk
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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- 1 large egg
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
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- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
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- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
For the Peach Compote
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- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced (or canned peaches, drained)
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- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
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- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Optional Topping
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- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
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- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
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- Make the Peach Compote: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine diced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
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- Make the Donuts: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, butter, egg, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
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- Fill each donut cavity 3/4 full and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then on a wire rack until completely cooled.
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- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
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- Assemble: Fill the center of each cooled donut with cheesecake filling using a piping bag or spoon. Top each donut with a spoonful of peach compote.
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- Optional Topping: Mix sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over the top of the donuts.
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- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a chilled version. Best enjoyed within 1–2 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minute
- Category: Dessert / Baked Donuts
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10–12 donuts
- Calories: Approximately 320 per donut