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Crème Brûlée Donuts Recipe

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Indulge in these decadent Crème Brûlée Donuts, featuring soft, cinnamon-spiced fried donuts filled with a rich, creamy vanilla custard and topped with a crisp caramelized sugar crust. This treat combines the best elements of classic crème brûlée and beloved donuts for a delightful dessert experience.

Ingredients

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Donuts

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Oil (for frying)

Crème Brûlée Filling

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Topping

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crème Brûlée Filling: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium heat just until simmering and then remove from heat. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with cornstarch until smooth. Gradually temper the eggs by slowly pouring the hot cream mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously until it thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes, but do not let it boil. Remove from heat, cover with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface to prevent a skin, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  2. Make the Donuts: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined without overmixing. Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry a few donuts at a time for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. Fill the Donuts: When the donuts are cool enough to handle, use a piping bag fitted with a long tip to fill each donut with the chilled crème brûlée custard filling.
  4. Caramelize the Topping: Sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over each filled donut. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it forms a golden, crispy crust. If a torch is unavailable, place the donuts under a broiler for a few seconds, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the donut batter to keep the donuts tender.
  • Tempering the egg yolks prevents scrambling in the custard filling.
  • Use a kitchen torch for the best caramelization results; broiler can be used but requires close attention.
  • Chilling the filling improves its consistency and makes filling easier.
  • Maintain oil temperature around 350°F for evenly cooked donuts.

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