Donut enthusiasts and dessert lovers, today is your lucky day! We’re going to create a batch of irresistible Vanilla Custard Filled Donuts. These heavenly treats, with their soft, fluffy texture and creamy vanilla custard filling, are a dream come true. The combination of the rich custard and the soft, pillowy donut will make your taste buds sing. Let’s get started on our baking journey!
Ingredients: The Building Blocks of Our Donuts
First, let’s gather our ingredients. For these scrumptious custard-filled donuts, you will need:
### For the Custard Cream Stuffing:
– 3 egg yolks
– 240 ml milk
– 20 grams corn starch
– 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract
– 30 grams of granulated sugar
– 15 grams of unsalted butter
### For the Donuts:
– 250 grams of bread flour
– 1 egg
– 115 ml milk
– 20 ml water
– 2.5 grams of sugar-tolerant dry yeast
– 25 grams of unsalted butter
– 2 grams salt
Step-by-Step: Crafting Vanilla Dreams
Now, let’s venture into the baking process:
1. Let’s start with the vanilla custard cream. Separate the egg yolks from the whites and place the yolks in a saucepan. Whisk the yolks to break them up, add sugar, and mix well. Then, add the cornstarch and continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth.
2. Heat the milk over medium heat and add the vanilla extract. Gradually pour the warm milk into the yolk mixture, whisking continuously to prevent curdling. Place the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens. Once thick, remove from heat, add butter, and whisk until it melts and combines with the custard.
3. Sieve the custard into a bowl to remove any lumps, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge.
4. Now, let’s prepare the donut dough. In a mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, milk, beaten egg, water, yeast, and sugar. Start kneading until the dough comes together.
5. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead until it becomes soft. Add butter and continue kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Once rested, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces, round each piece into a ball, and slightly flatten it. Place them on a parchment-lined tray, cover them with a damp cloth, and let them rise for about an hour.
7. Heat oil to 150 degrees Celsius and carefully place the doughnuts in the hot oil. Fry until they turn golden brown on both sides. Once cooked, remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
8. Once the donuts have cooled down, make a small hole on the side of each donut. Using a piping bag, fill each donut with chilled custard cream.
9. To finish off, dust the donuts with powdered sugar for a touch of extra sweetness. Your Vanilla Dreams: Custard-Filled Donuts are ready to serve! Enjoy these mouth-watering treats that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Happy baking!