8 Doughnut Recipes from Around the World
Updated: Jan. 24, 2024
If you thought doughnuts were purely American, think again! These doughnut recipes from around the world will take you on a tasty journey.
Indian Doughnuts
Gulab Jamun
Made with milk solids, deep-fried, and soaked in sweet rose syrup, gulab jamun is a bite-sized doughnut you need to try. Though they’re enjoyed all year long, gulab jamun are especially prominent during special occasions like birthdays, festivals, and holidays. In fact, they’re one of the best Diwali foods.
Polish Doughnuts
Paczki
As Polish tradition goes, if you don’t have a paczki on Fat Tuesday, you’ll have bad luck for the rest of the year. And since these fluffy, yeasty doughnuts are so good, there’s no good reason to risk it! While you’re at it, make a few of these old-world Polish recipes, too.
American Doughnuts
Potato Doughnuts
These dense doughnuts from Pennsylvania Dutch communities in the US are made with a surprising ingredient: leftover mashed potatoes. Find more comfy, cozy dishes in this round-up of Pennsylvania Dutch-inspired recipes.
Tahitian Doughnuts
Firi Firi
This is a healthy take on the Tahitian coconut breakfast treat called firi firi, which is typically fried. This version is baked and rolled in a spicy, island-inspired sugar mix.
Spanish Doughnuts
Churros
These delightful bites are popular in Spain, as well as Portugal, the Philippines, Mexico and other Latin American countries. Churros are delicious on their own, or dipped in hot chocolate, coffee or dulce de leche.
French Doughnuts
Beignets
Beignets are commonly made with a choux dough (which is similar to a cream puff) or yeasted dough. After being brought to North America by French colonists, beignets are now a staple in New Orleans, Louisiana. Take a look at these other French-inspired dishes.
Israeli Doughnuts
Sufganiyot
Like sfinge, these filled doughnuts from Israel are favorites during Hanukkah celebrations. While this recipe uses raspberry jam, strawberry jam and chocolate custard are other common fillings.
Italian Doughnuts
Struffoli
Originating from Naples, struffoli are small balls of dough that are fried until crispy and tossed in a honey and sugar syrup. Struffoli are usually then molded together in a ring or stack, topped with sprinkles and served after Christmas dinner. Next, take a look at these surprising doughnut flavors from Dunkins from around the world.
Originally Published: February 11, 2021
