National Doughnut Day just got Interesting

with a spicy Fresh Chilli Jam filling

© Tracklements

Each year, on the first Friday in June (5th June 2026), sensible people everywhere celebrate one of life’s greatest pleasures: the humble doughnut. With nearly three in ten Brits naming doughnuts as their favourite sweet treat, the classic jam doughnut still reigns supreme , with 51% choosing it as the nation’s number one filling, closely followed by custard.

But one of Britain’s best-loved snacks has just had a bold new glow -up with Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam

Perfect for those moments when you’re craving a little excitement at the weekend, a midweek pick-me-up, or a cheeky nibble with a twist, this is comfort food with added kick. Think soft, sweet, pillowy dough paired with the unexpected warmth of chilli jam - it’s a delicious balance of heat and indulgence that proves there’s never a wrong time to turn up the heat.

Serves: 8

Prep: 2 hours (including proving time)

Cook: 20 mins

Ingredients:

225g Strong white bread flour

½ tsp Salt

1 tbsp Golden caster sugar

15g Butter, unsalted and melted

7g Fast action yeast

125ml Warm water

1 Egg

Vegetable oil for frying

210g Ja r Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam

Caster sugar for coating

Method:

• Place all the ingredients except the oil, Fresh Chilli Jam and sugar for coating in a large bowl, mix and knead for 10 mins

• Cut the dough into eight and shape into balls. Leave to prove on a greased tray until doubled in size

• Heat the oil in a pan to a medium heat. Deep fry the doughnuts until golden brown, drain and toss in sugar

• When the doughnuts are cool, place the Fresh Chilli Jam in a piping bag. Make a small hole in the side of each doughnut, fill with the jam

• Please take care with boiling hot oil, make at own risk