American Donut Halls with Strawberry Syrup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup strawberry jam
• 5 tbsp. l. Sambuca liqueur
• 2 1/4 cups premium wheat flour
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Cinnamon sugar, for sprinkling

Preparation:

1. Prepare strawberry syrup: Combine 1 cup water, jam, and 2 tablespoons sambuca in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened, 20-25 minutes. Transfer the syrup to a bowl and let it cool, stirring occasionally.
2. Meanwhile, prepare the donuts: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Add cream, eggs, vanilla, and the remaining 3 tablespoons sambuca and mix until smooth.
3. Pour 1 cm of vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed saucepan, place over medium heat and heat to 180°C (350°F). Fry the donuts, dropping the batter by the tablespoonful, until golden brown, about 4 minutes per frying. (If the donuts are frying too quickly, reduce the heat.) Using a slotted spoon, transfer the donuts to paper towels, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Serve with strawberry syrup.
   
   We suggest you cook French donuts - Beignets.