Israeli Jelly Donuts “Sufganiyot” – Simmer + Sauce

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup warm water, divided
• 1/2 ounce active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup sugar, divided
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon brandy
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 1/2 cups strawberry or raspberry jam
• Confectioners' sugar, for dusting