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Crème Brûlée Donuts

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Crème brûlée donuts are a delightful fusion of creamy custard and fluffy dough, topped with a crunchy caramelized sugar shell. These treats are perfect for brunch or as an indulgent dessert that will leave your guests craving more. With a crispy exterior and a rich filling, these donuts provide an unforgettable flavor experience that’s surprisingly easy to make. Get ready to impress friends and family with this delicious recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • Additional granulated sugar for topping

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, combine warm milk and melted butter; whisk in eggs and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
  4. For the custard filling, whisk together milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened (8-10 minutes). Let cool completely.
  5. Roll out risen dough to ½ inch thick; cut into donut shapes and let rest while heating oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  6. Fry donuts for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
  7. Fill each donut with cooled custard using a piping bag; sprinkle with granulated sugar and caramelize with a kitchen torch.

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Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding citrus zest or chocolate chips to the custard for unique variations. Ensure oil is at the right temperature before frying to avoid greasy donuts.

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