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Spiderweb Donuts

Spiderweb donuts are fried treats featuring delicate web patterns piped onto golden donuts. The batter is light and airy, while the web decoration adds an intricate, spooky visual element. Once finished, they offer a crispy exterior with a soft interior, topped with shimmering icing and edible glitter for a festive touch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup icing sugar for web icing
  • food coloring gel food coloring vivid colors for web pattern
  • edible glitter or shimmer dust edible glitter optional, for sparkle

Equipment

  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Piping bag or plastic squeeze bottle
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire rack or paper towels
  • Mixing bowls and whisk

Method
 

  1. Begin by heating your oil in a deep pot to 180°C (355°F), ensuring it’s ready for frying.
  2. Mix together the sifted flour, baking powder, and sugar in a large bowl until well combined.
  3. Pour in the milk and vegetable oil, then whisk until the batter is smooth, slightly thick, and has a glossy texture.
  4. Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a fine tip or a squeeze bottle for precise web piping.
  5. Carefully pipe the batter into the hot oil in a spiral or web-like pattern, creating delicate web shapes. Fry until they turn golden and float, about 2-3 minutes per side, with a gentle bubbling sound.
  6. Use a slotted spoon to gently lift the donuts out of the oil, then drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, prepare the web icing by mixing icing sugar with a few drops of food coloring gel until vibrant, and add a splash of water to achieve a piping consistency.
  8. Fill the icing into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip and pipe intricate web patterns onto each donut, starting from the center outward.
  9. Decorate the web with a sprinkle of edible glitter or shimmer dust for a spooky sparkle.
  10. Allow the icing to set for a few minutes, then serve your spiderweb donuts warm or at room temperature, marveling at their intricate web designs and tempting aroma.