Crème Brûlée Donuts
Experience the delight of Crème Brûlée Donuts, where the elegance of French dessert meets the comfort of a classic donut. These treats are perfect for those who enjoy a culinary challenge and want to impress with a unique twist on traditional flavors.
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 2/3 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
For the Crème Brûlée Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract)
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for caramelizing
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let stand until frothy.
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, butter, egg, vanilla, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
- Let dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Roll out, cut shapes, and allow to rise again for 30 minutes.
Make the Filling:
- Heat cream and vanilla until hot. Let steep, then mix with egg yolks and sugar. Cook until thickened. Chill.
Fry the Donuts:
- Heat oil to 350°F and fry donuts until golden. Drain and cool.
Assemble the Donuts:
- Fill a piping bag with custard and inject into each donut.
- Sprinkle tops with sugar and caramelize with a torch.
Notes
This recipe blends the creamy indulgence of crème brûlée with the satisfying texture of donuts. Perfecting the caramelized sugar topping will give these donuts their characteristic crunch and elevated flavor, making them an unforgettable treat.