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Fluffy Cream-Filled Donuts Recipe Easy Homemade Vanilla Filling Guide

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A recipe for fluffy, soft donuts filled with a velvety homemade vanilla cream filling. Perfect for any occasion, these donuts combine airy dough with rich vanilla cream for a nostalgic and delicious treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (320 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp / 7 g) active dry yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) warm whole milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Vegetable oil or canola oil (for deep frying; enough to fill your pot about 2-3 inches deep)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warm milk (110°F / 43°C) and sugar in a small bowl, sprinkle yeast on top, and let sit for 5-7 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, mix flour and salt. Add melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Stir until combined, then knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Lightly oil a clean bowl, place dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down dough, roll out on floured surface to ½-inch thickness. Cut donut shapes and holes using cutters. Re-roll scraps and repeat.
  5. Place cut donuts and holes on parchment-lined baking sheet, cover loosely, and let rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy.
  6. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) using a deep-fry thermometer.
  7. Fry donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and drain on a cooling rack lined with paper towels.
  8. Make vanilla filling: whisk sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks in saucepan until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (~5 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla extract. Cool before filling.
  9. Fill cooled donuts with vanilla filling using a pastry bag with a small round tip.
  10. Dust filled donuts with powdered sugar and serve fresh or chilled.

Notes

If dough is too sticky during rolling, sprinkle a little more flour but avoid overdoing it to prevent tough donuts. Maintain steady oil temperature around 350°F to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts. Cool vanilla filling before injecting to prevent melting or oozing. Use a pastry bag for neat filling. Dough can be prepared ahead and risen slowly in the fridge overnight. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients as noted in the recipe.

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