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Freshly served Sakura Doughnuts
Soft and unique cherry blossom doughnuts

Japanese Sakura Doughnuts with Cherry Blossom Glaze

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
Inspired by the Japanese Hanami (flower viewing) festival, these doughnuts celebrate the arrival of spring. The cherry blossom (Sakura) flavor is delicate, floral, and slightly almond-like. The contrast between the salty preserved flowers and the sweet glaze is a hallmark of Japanese confectionery. This isn't just a treat; it's a celebration of fleeting beauty.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 350 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Doughnut cutter
  • Kitchen tweezers (for placing flowers)
  • Kitchen thermometer (for oil)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Make the base dough: Combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast with the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Knead until smooth.

Tip: A neutral dough base allows the delicate Sakura aroma to shine.
2 ✓

Proof for 1 hour, then roll out and cut into shapes. Proof again for 30 minutes.

Tip: Cover the dough while shaping to prevent it from drying out.
3 ✓

Fry in 340°F (170°C) oil until golden, then drain.

Tip: A golden brown color indicates the caramelization of sugars.
4 ✓

Mix the confectioners' sugar with the syrup to create a thick glaze. Dip the doughnuts.

Tip: If the glaze is too thin, it will run off. If too thick, it won't spread. Experiment with the consistency!
5 ✓

Immediately place the soaked and drained flowers onto the wet glaze.

Tip: Salted flowers must be soaked in water first to remove excess salt.

Recipe FAQ

Are cherry blossoms edible?
Yes, but only the variety preserved specifically for culinary use (salt-pickled or in syrup). Blossoms picked directly from the tree are flavorless.
Where can I buy them?
Look for 'Sakura' or pickled cherry blossoms in Asian grocery stores or gourmet specialty shops.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast (0.25 oz)
  • 2/3 cup Lukewarm Milk
  • 1 large Egg
  • 3.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tbsp Cherry Blossom Syrup (or flavoring)
  • 3/4 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 2 cups Neutral Oil (for frying)
  • 5 pcs Edible Cherry Blossoms (salt-pickled, soaked)