Lavender Lemon Curd Filled Doughnuts are the most refreshing, citrusy treat to wake up to in the morning. Perfectly fried fluffy doughnuts are filled with a slightly floral and bright lemon curd that is absolutely lovely! Serve them up for breakfast or brunch and watch as jaws drop all around the table.
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You know when you make something and after the first bite, you are all like, HOLY CRAP THIS IS SO FREAKING AMAZING!!
That’s how I feel about these doughnuts.
Now I love all the recipes I post here (obvi, or else I wouldn’t bother putting them up here), but this is one of the recent recipes I’ve made that I honestly cannot WAIT to make again.
Right now, my mouth is literally watering uncontrollably and I can’t wait to get back home from this conference I am at to make another batch.
Oh lavender lemon curd filled doughnuts, how can I accurately describe just how lovely you are?
Let’s start with that gorgeous lavender lemon curd, shall we?
Making lemon curd may seem intimidating, but quite honestly, it’s very simple. As simple as putting together ingredients over the stove, stirring and letting it thicken, then cool.
This lemon curd is taken to the next level because it is not only bright and citrusy, but it’s also enhanced with a touch of floral richness from the lavender extract.
The flavor simply explodes in your mouth with this “hey it’s time to wake up!” deliciousness that will perk you right up, no matter how little sleep you got the night before.
Then all of this gorgeous brightness is wrapped in a fluffy fried doughnut that is surprisingly light!
Now, all of this deliciousness is enhanced by one major thing… My friend Madison is having a baby soon!! I only wish I could be in the same city as this amazing lady so I could serve her up a tray of these doughnuts in person…
Instead, I am helping to throw a virtual baby shower! I honestly couldn’t be more thrilled to see her bring another little life into the world!
Until that moment comes, it’s time to stuff our faces with ALL the food in celebration of Madison! So don’t forget to check out the full round of recipes to celebrate Madison’s virtual baby shower below. There are so many delicious recipes here, you simply have to check them out 😉 Personally I can’t WAIT to try Erin’s Raspberry Shortcake Biscuits with a side of Chrissie’s Strawberry Bellinis!
Raspberry Shortcake Biscuits from Erin @ The Speckled Palate
Chocolate Chip Snack Cake from Jenna @ A Savory Feast
Strawberry Bellinis from Chrissie @ Off the Eaten Path
Baked Lemon Hand Pies from Abby @ Winstead Wandering
This Recipe’s Must Haves
- Fox Run Marble Rolling Pin and Base
- Sur La Table Marble Pastry Board
- HUJI Stainless Steel Professional Plain Round Pastry Dough Cutter Set
- Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 7-1/4-Quart Round Dutch Oven
- Helen Chen’s Asian Kitchen Stainless Steel Spider Strainer
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Lavender Lemon Curd Filled Doughnuts
Subtle floral lavender enhances the depth of the bright lemon curd to make the most lovely filled doughnuts you'll ever taste!
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 1/2 tsp dry active yeast
- 2/3 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar + more for coating
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- Canola oil for frying
Lavender Lemon Curd
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lavender extract
- 1/4 cup butter, cubed
- 1 Tbsp grated lemon peel
Madison | A Joyfully Mad Kitchen says
You are the sweetest!!! TRUST ME, I wish you were in the same city, too – not JUST for these donuts 😉 I cannot wait to make these in a few weeks!!
Meghan B. says
I am so so excited for you! Can’t wait to have the little one join the world 🙂
Abby @ WinsteadWandering says
I love making – and eating! – homemade lemon curd, but I never considered adding lavender. Such a great idea, and these donuts are gorgeous!
Meghan B. says
It’s soooooo addictive! Thank you so much for your kind words!
LeAndra says
Oh.My.Goodness. These look sooooo good!
I just made lemon curd for the first time last weekend, and now I definitely want to stuff some of it into these donuts.