Description
Delicious and fluffy Italian doughnuts filled with creamy pastry cream, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sugar for rolling
- 1 cup pastry cream
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast; let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter; mix until a dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick; cut into 3-inch circles.
- Let the circles rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes each.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels; let cool.
- Fill each doughnut with pastry cream using a piping bag.
- Roll in sugar before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure the yeast is activated properly and do not overcrowd the frying pot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian