"Hot doughnuts, fresh from the fryer, stuffed with sweet jelly: this is a Hanukkah treat that everyone can enjoy and anyone can make...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup warm water (between 90°F and 100°F)
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2 (1/4-ounce) packets instant or active dry yeast (4 1/2 teaspoons)
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6 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
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1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 cups whole milk, at room temperature
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, or 1/4 cup mild-flavored oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Finely grated zest of 1/2 medium lemon
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3 large eggs, lightly beaten
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9 cups peanut, avocado, or canola oil, divided
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Cooking spray
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1 cup seedless red berry jelly, such as strawberry or raspberry
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1/3 cup powdered sugar