Crème Brûlée Donuts

If you’re a fan of the classic French dessert, crème brûlée, and you love donuts, then this recipe is a dream come true. These Crème Brûlée Donuts combine the rich, creamy custard filling of crème brûlée with the soft, fluffy texture of freshly fried donuts, all topped with a caramelized sugar glaze for that signature crackly finish. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to indulge in something truly decadent, these donuts will impress anyone who takes a bite.

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 12 donuts
Calories: 300 kcal per serving

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup whole milk (250ml):
  The milk provides the moisture needed to create a soft and tender dough. Warming the milk helps activate the yeast, ensuring a good rise.
• ¼ cup sugar (50g):
  Sugar not only adds sweetness to the dough but also helps feed the yeast, aiding in the dough’s rise.
• 1 egg:
  The egg adds richness and helps bind the dough together, contributing to the soft, fluffy texture of the donuts.
• 2¼ tsp instant yeast (7g):
  Instant yeast is easy to use and doesn’t require proofing in water before being added to the dough. It helps the dough rise quickly, giving the donuts their light and airy texture.
• 3¼ cups all-purpose flour (406g):
  All-purpose flour is versatile and provides the perfect structure for these donuts. It’s strong enough to hold the shape of the donuts while still being soft enough to create a tender bite.
• 1 tsp salt (5g):
  Salt balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the dough.
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (30g), softened:
  Softened butter adds richness and flavor to the dough, making it tender and delicious.

For the Custard Crème:

• 2 cups whole milk (500ml) (fresh or evaporated):
  The milk forms the base of the custard, giving it a rich and creamy texture.
• 1/2 cup sugar (50g):
  Sugar sweetens the custard and balances the richness of the egg yolks and milk.
• 4 egg yolks:
  Egg yolks are essential for a rich, velvety custard. They thicken the custard and give it a luxurious texture.
• 1/2 cup milk (125ml):
  This additional milk helps dissolve the cornstarch and prevents the custard from becoming too thick.
• 2 tsp vanilla extract:
  Vanilla adds a lovely aroma and depth of flavor to the custard, making it taste more indulgent.
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch:
  Cornstarch is the thickening agent for the custard, ensuring it sets properly and holds up inside the donut.
• 2 tablespoons butter (20g):
  Butter adds richness and a silky smooth finish to the custard.

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