Description
Deliver a savory twist on breakfast favorites, featuring crispy breadcrumb crusts filled with creamy macaroni, melted cheese, and crunchy bacon bits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast ((2¼ teaspoons))
- ½ cup warm whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter ((melted))
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon ((cooked crisp and crumbled))
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs ((beaten))
- Vegetable oil (or cooking spray)
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm milk and sugar, then mix with flour, butter, and egg to form a dough; knead and let rise until doubled.
- Combine cooked macaroni, cheeses, bacon, cream, and seasonings to create the filling; cool completely.
- Shape dough into rings, stuff with filling, and seal securely; place in greased donut pan.
- Brush donuts with beaten egg and coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 375°F for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 190°F.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: breakfast, snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Keywords: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven to restore crispness.