cream filled doughnuts

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Dough:
    • In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Add the frothy yeast mixture and stir until combined.
    • Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. First Rise:
    • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-2 hours).
  3. Shape the Doughnuts:
    • Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about ½ inch thick. Use a round cutter (about 2-3 inches) to cut out doughnut shapes. Re-roll any scraps to make more doughnuts.
  4. Second Rise:
    • Place the cut-out doughnuts on a floured baking sheet. Cover with a towel and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes, until puffed.
  5. Fry the Doughnuts:
    • In a deep pot or frying pan, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add a few doughnuts at a time, frying for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  6. Make the Cream Filling:
    • In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat!
  7. Fill the Doughnuts:
    • Once the doughnuts are cool, use a piping bag fitted with a small tip (or a squeeze bottle) to fill each doughnut with the cream filling.
  8. Serve:
    • Dust the filled doughnuts with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy your homemade cream-filled doughnuts! They’re perfect for a special treat or any occasion. Let me know if you have any questions!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *