National Jelly-Filled Doughnut Day: Celebrate with Sweet Simplicity

🍩 An Easy Homemade Recipe from Good Thyme Gal That’s Joyful, Affordable & Oh-So-Filled With Love

Hey there, sweet friends! ✨

Did you know that June 8th is National Jelly-Filled Doughnut Day? That’s right—today is all about honoring the delightful little treat that’s soft, sugary, and bursting with fruity goodness in every bite. Whether you spell it “doughnut” or “donut,” there’s one thing we can all agree on: a warm, jam-filled doughnut is one of life’s simple (and sweet) pleasures.

Here at Good Thyme Gal, we’re all about approachable recipes, seasonal celebrations, and joyful bites that anyone can whip up—without breaking the bank. This holiday fits right in with our mission of making magic in the everyday. And what better way to do that than with a homemade batch of jelly-filled doughnuts?

🍓 Why National Jelly-Filled Doughnut Day Deserves the Spotlight

Let’s face it—life gets busy. National food holidays are the perfect excuse to pause, bake something beautiful, and celebrate small joys. National Jelly-Filled Doughnut Day reminds us to embrace the playful side of cooking, savor something homemade, and maybe even start a new tradition.

These nostalgic confections bring back memories of childhood treats, bakery window browsing, and sticky fingers dusted with powdered sugar. But here’s the best part: you don’t need to visit a bakery to enjoy them. You can make your own at home with simple, affordable ingredients—and we’ll show you how.

🌿 How This Day Aligns with Good Thyme Gal

At Good Thyme Gal, we believe in joyful cooking that’s practical, low-waste, and budget-friendly. Our recipes focus on:

• Simple ingredients you already have

• Seasonal flavors

• Accessible techniques

• Little acts of celebration that bring big happiness

Jelly-filled doughnuts fit this ethos perfectly. They’re a humble classic, made from pantry staples, and can be easily adapted for dietary needs or to use up leftover jam from the back of the fridge (we all have that jar, right?).

🍩 Easy Homemade Jelly-Filled Doughnuts (Fried OR Baked!)

Yields: 10–12 doughnuts | Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising) | Cook Time: 15 minutes

These fluffy, fruit-filled treats are golden and irresistible. You can choose to fry them traditionally or bake them for a lighter touch.

Ingredients:

• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

• ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 1 egg

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ cup fruit jam (strawberry, raspberry, or your favorite)

• Powdered sugar, for dusting

• Neutral oil for frying (optional, if not baking)

Cooking Instructions:

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit until foamy (5–10 mins).

2. Mix in melted butter, egg, remaining sugar, salt, and flour. Knead until a soft dough forms.

3. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled.

4. Roll out dough to ½ inch thickness. Cut into rounds with a biscuit cutter or glass.

5. Let rounds rise on a parchment-lined tray for 30 more minutes.

6. To Fry: Heat 2 inches of oil in a pot to 350°F. Fry 1–2 at a time until golden, flipping once. To Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.

7. Cool slightly. Use a piping bag or small spoon to fill each with jam.

8. Dust with powdered sugar and enjoy warm!

   
   

🛠️ Affordable Tips & Creative Twists:

• Use leftover jam from your fridge—any fruit flavor works beautifully.

• For a more nutritious spin, swap in whole wheat flour or bake instead of fry.

• No piping bag? Fill a sandwich bag, snip the corner, and get piping!

🎉 Celebrate Sweetly, the Good Thyme Gal Way

National Jelly-Filled Doughnut Day is the perfect opportunity to gather, giggle, and enjoy the sweeter side of life. These little pillows of jam-filled joy are proof that celebration doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated—it just has to be heartfelt.

So grab your favorite jelly, tie on an apron, and treat yourself to a moment of sugary happiness. Whether you’re sharing with loved ones or savoring solo with your morning coffee, this recipe is your invitation to celebrate life’s little joys.

Wishing you full hearts and even fuller doughnuts,

💛 Good Thyme Gal