(Soft Homemade Donuts Filled with Creamy Hazelnut Chocolate Spread)

These Nutella Donuts are fluffy, golden, and filled with rich, creamy Nutella in every bite. Made with soft homemade dough, lightly fried until perfectly golden, then coated with sugar and filled with everyone’s favorite chocolate hazelnut spread, these donuts are the ultimate sweet treat.

Perfect for breakfast, dessert, brunch, holidays, or whenever you’re craving something bakery-style at home.

Full Recipe (Ingredients + Instructions)

Ingredients

For the Donut Dough:

4 cups all-purpose flour
2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
¾ cup warm milk
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt

For Filling & Coating:

1 cup Nutella (or chocolate hazelnut spread)
½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Powdered sugar (optional)
Chocolate drizzle (optional)

For Frying:

Vegetable oil, enough for frying

Instructions

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a small bowl combine:

Warm milk
1 tablespoon sugar
Yeast

Let sit for:

5–10 minutes

until foamy.

Step 2: Make the Dough

In a large bowl combine:

Flour
Remaining sugar
Salt

Add:

Yeast mixture
Eggs
Vanilla
Butter

Mix until a soft dough forms.

Knead for:

8–10 minutes

until smooth and elastic.

Step 3: Let the Dough Rise

Place dough in a greased bowl.

Cover and let rise in a warm place for:

1–2 hours

until doubled in size.

Step 4: Shape the Donuts

Punch down dough.

Roll out to about:

½-inch thickness

Cut into donut rounds.

Place on a tray.

Cover and let rise again:

30–45 minutes

Step 5: Fry the Donuts

Heat oil to:

350°F (175°C)

Fry donuts for:

1–2 minutes per side

until:

✅ Golden brown
✅ Puffy
✅ Cooked through

Transfer to paper towels.

Step 6: Fill with Nutella

Once donuts cool slightly:

Fill a piping bag with Nutella.

Using a small knife or piping tip, create a hole in the side.

Pipe Nutella inside each donut.

Roll in sugar or dust with powdered sugar.

Serve warm.

Extra Recipe Tips & Variations ✨

🍓 Nutella Strawberry Donuts

Add fresh strawberries inside with Nutella for a delicious combination.

🍌 Banana Nutella Donuts

Add sliced banana with the Nutella filling.

🍫 Chocolate Glazed Version

Top donuts with:

Chocolate glaze
Hazelnuts
Chocolate chips

🍩 Baked Nutella Donuts

Bake at:

375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes

for a lighter version.

☕ Coffee Shop Style

Serve with:

Espresso
Cappuccino
Hot chocolate

for a bakery-style treat.

Flavor Upgrades / Secret Tips 🔥

✅ Make sure milk is warm, not hot, so it doesn’t kill the yeast.

✅ Don’t add too much flour—the dough should stay soft for fluffy donuts.

✅ Let donuts rise fully for a lighter texture.

✅ Fry at the correct temperature so they cook evenly.

✅ Warm Nutella slightly before filling for easier piping.

✅ Add a pinch of cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.

Serving Ideas 🍽️

Serve with:

☕ Coffee
🥛 Cold milk
🍓 Fresh berries
🍦 Vanilla ice cream
🍫 Extra Nutella drizzle

Perfect for:

Breakfast treats
Birthday parties
Brunch
Dessert tables
Holiday mornings

Storage & Meal Prep Tips 🥡

Room Temperature:

Store in an airtight container for:

1–2 days

Refrigerator:

Store for:

3–4 days

but allow them to come to room temperature before serving.

Freezer:

Freeze unfilled donuts for:

up to 2 months

Fill after thawing.

Reheating:

Warm in microwave for:

10–15 seconds

to soften.

Nutrition Facts (Approximate)

Per donut:

Calories: 280–380 kcal
Protein: 5–7 g
Carbohydrates: 35–45 g
Fat: 14–20 g

(Nutrition varies depending on size and amount of Nutella filling.)

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: Can I bake these instead of frying?
A: Yes. They will be softer and less crispy but still delicious.

Q: Can I use store-bought dough?
A: Yes, refrigerated biscuit or donut dough can work for a quicker version.

Q: How do I get a fluffy donut texture?
A: Give the dough enough time to rise and avoid adding too much flour.

Q: Can I fill donuts before frying?
A: It’s best to fry first and fill afterward so the filling stays creamy.

Q: Can I use another filling?
A: Absolutely! Try pastry cream, jam, peanut butter, or caramel.

Social Media Captions ❤️

Option 1 (Facebook Style)

“Homemade Nutella Donuts are here! 🍩🍫 Soft, fluffy donuts filled with creamy chocolate hazelnut goodness—these taste like they came straight from a bakery.”

Option 2 (Instagram Style)

“The ultimate sweet treat 😍🍫 Fluffy donuts + Nutella filling = pure happiness!”

Option 3 (Short Viral Caption)

“A donut filled with Nutella? Yes please! 🍩✨”

Option 4 (Homestyle Caption)

“Some desserts are made to bring smiles ❤️ These homemade Nutella donuts are sweet, fluffy, and perfect for sharing with family and friends.”

Final Food Description for Posting 🍴

Nutella Donuts are soft, fluffy homemade donuts filled with creamy chocolate hazelnut spread and finished with a sweet sugar coating. Golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and filled with irresistible Nutella flavor, these bakery-style treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any sweet craving. 🍩🍫✨

Nutella Donut