Corsican Beignets with Brocciu (doughnuts with Urda as in Corsica)

Name: Corsican Beignets with Brocciu (doughnuts with Urda as in Corsica) - Izabela D.
Ingredients: 300 g cottage cheese; 150 g pastry flour; 1 egg; 250 ml milk; a pinch of salt; 5 g dry yeast; flavors to taste: orange blossom water or rum; plenty of oil for frying; powdered sugar

Desert - Corsican Beignets with Brocciu (doughnuts with Urda as in Corsica) by Izabela D. - Recipia

To prepare the most delicious cheese donuts, you will need a few essential ingredients and a little patience. Start by mixing the flour with the eggs, yeast, warm milk, and your favorite flavoring or essence, which can be vanilla or lemon, to provide a touch of freshness. It is important to achieve a homogeneous dough, but one that is also very soft, similar to that for pancakes. After you finish mixing, cover the bowl with a clean towel and let it rise on the work surface. Ideally, you should choose a warm place, as the heat will help the yeast do its job. After about an hour, you will notice that the dough has risen nicely, which means it is time to add the cheese. To prepare the cheese, crumble it well with a fork, so that you get small pieces that will provide texture and flavor to the donuts. Add the cheese to the risen dough and gently mix, being careful not to completely homogenize the composition; you want the pieces of cheese to remain visible, so you can taste the sweet-sour flavor in every bite. While preparing the donuts, take a deep pot and fill it with oil, heating it well. It is essential that the oil is very hot before you start frying the donuts, as this will ensure a golden and crispy crust. Use a spoon to take portions of dough and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Watch how the donuts start to puff up and brown. Usually, they turn themselves, but you can help them with a spatula so that they fry evenly on both sides. After frying, remove the donuts to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil. When they are still warm, generously dust them with sugar to give them a sweet and appetizing touch. Place the donuts on a platter and enjoy these delights, which are perfect for a savory breakfast or a special dessert. Each bite will bring a smile to your face, and the combination of soft cheese and fluffy dough will surely please everyone!