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Donut Casserole

What in the heck do you do with old donuts… besides throw them away?

I'll show you a creative and delicious way to breathe new life into those leftover donuts. You won't believe the incredible casserole we're about to make. It's a perfect solution for those extra donuts you have lying around, or if you happen to see some on a discount shelf at the store.

We'll take you through the step-by-step process of creating this mouthwatering dish. Whether you're looking for a unique dessert or a sweet breakfast idea, this donut casserole is a game-changer.Be sure to check out the video recipe, subscribe, and hit that notification bell to stay updated on our latest recipes

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Ingredients

6 Leftover donuts
1¾ cups half & half
4 eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
½ cup sugar
¼ tsp salt
Cooking spray
Parchment paper

For the Strawberry Glaze:

10 smallish strawberries diced
½ lemon juiced
½ cup sugar
1.5 tbsp cornstarch
¾ cup water

For the Vanilla Glaze:

¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation:

Chop leftover donuts into bite-sized pieces.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.

Crouton Base:

Spread chopped donuts evenly in the prepared dish.
Bake for 15 minutes, ensuring they are dehydrated but not too hard.

Custard:

In a bowl, mix half and half, eggs, vanilla, sugar, and salt using an immersion blender.
Pour the custard over the cooled croutons, ensuring each piece is coated.

Baking:

Bake for 40 minutes until the casserole puffs up beautifully.
Strawberry Glaze:
While baking, dice strawberries and prepare the glaze.
In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
Add lemon juice and diced strawberries. Bring to a boil, then simmer until thick and glossy.
Vanilla Glaze:
In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Assembly:
Once the casserole is baked, cool slightly.
Drizzle strawberry glaze over the casserole in a pattern.
Finish by drizzling vanilla glaze and garnishing with chopped strawberries.
Serve and Enjoy:
Slice into portions and serve warm.
Enjoy the delightful combination of a jelly donut casserole with homemade strawberry glaze!
Remember, for detailed instructions, check the video description. Happy cooking!