Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and redefine your breakfast experience! These Lemon Dill Cornmeal Doughnuts with Havarti are not your ordinary morning treat - they're a gourmet explosion of unexpected flavors that will transform your breakfast from mundane to magnificent. Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, savory-sweet doughnut that combines the rustic charm of cornmeal with the bright zestiness of lemon and the creamy richness of Havarti cheese. This isn't just a recipe; it's a flavor revolution waiting to happen in your kitchen!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 doughnuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup Havarti cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and thoroughly grease a 12-cavity doughnut pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, beat eggs and milk together. Add melted butter, lemon zest, and chopped fresh dill, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough doughnuts.
- Fold in the shredded Havarti cheese, distributing it evenly throughout the batter.
- Using a piping bag or a spoon, carefully fill each doughnut cavity about 2/3 full with the batter, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the doughnuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with additional lemon zest or sprinkle with extra chopped dill for garnish before serving.
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and a more consistent batter.
- Do not overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the doughnuts tender.
- Use a piping bag or a zip-lock bag with the corner cut off for more precise batter filling in the doughnut pan.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with no wet batter.
- Let doughnuts cool slightly in the pan before removing to prevent breaking.
- For extra flavor, try toasting the dill slightly before adding to the batter to enhance its aromatic qualities.
- If you don't have a doughnut pan, you can use a muffin tin for a similar result.
- Store leftover doughnuts in an airtight container and consume within 2 days for best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg
