Description
These cream-filled custard doughnuts feature fluffy fried dough and a rich vanilla custard center, offering a homemade twist on the classic Boston cream–style treat.
Ingredients
- For the dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the custard filling:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let sit until foamy, about 5–10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add eggs, melted butter, and yeast mixture. Mix to form a soft dough.
- Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, make the custard: Heat milk in a saucepan until warm. In a separate bowl, whisk sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly add warm milk to the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla, and let cool completely.
- Once dough has risen, roll it out to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into 3-inch rounds. Place on a floured surface, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry doughnuts in batches for about 1–2 minutes per side or until golden. Drain on paper towels and cool.
- Fill cooled doughnuts with custard using a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
Notes
- Add chocolate glaze for traditional Boston cream doughnuts.
- Dust with powdered sugar instead of glazing for a simpler finish.
- Prepare the custard a day ahead to save time.
- Use neutral oil like vegetable or canola for best frying results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
