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Homemade Vanilla Bean Custard Cream Donuts

Homemade Vanilla Bean Custard Cream Donuts That Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in Homemade Vanilla Bean Custard Cream Donuts that are soft, pillowy, and filled with luscious vanilla custard, perfect for any sweet occasion.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Dough
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour can be substituted with a gluten-free blend
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar use coconut sugar for a more natural option
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast ensure it is fresh
  • 1 cup milk almond milk is a good dairy-free substitution
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs work for a vegan version
  • 0.25 cups butter margarine can be used for a dairy-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Custard Filling
  • 2 cups milk
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar you may opt for a natural sweetener
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 bean vanilla bean avoid using vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For Dusting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • donut cutter
  • deep fryer
  • Piping bag
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and granulated sugar. Sprinkle in active dry yeast and let it foam for about 5-10 minutes.
  2. To the yeast mixture, add all-purpose flour, eggs, melted butter, and salt. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut out shapes with a donut cutter.
  5. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F. Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and sugar. Whisk in egg yolks, vanilla bean seeds, and cornstarch, then cook until thickened.
  7. Using a piping bag, carefully inject the cooled custard filling into each donut.
  8. Dust the donuts with powdered sugar and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Check that your active dry yeast is fresh for the best results. Knead the dough thoroughly to develop gluten for an airy texture.

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