Introduction (short)
Soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden, these cream-filled donuts are a delightful treat for any occasion. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar and filled with smooth cream, they’re the perfect mix of comfort and sweetness!
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
¼ cup warm milk
¼ cup warm water
3 tablespoons sugar
1 large egg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
¼ teaspoon salt
Vegetable oil for frying
Powdered sugar for dusting
For the Cream Filling:
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and water with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, egg, and butter.
Knead the dough until soft and smooth (about 8–10 minutes).
Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ½ inch thick. Cut out circles using a round cutter.
Place them on a tray, cover again, and let them rest for another 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C (340–350°F). Fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides.
Remove and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Once cooled slightly, fill each donut with cream using a piping bag and dust with powdered sugar.
How to Make (Cream Filling)
Whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Keep it chilled until ready to fill the donuts.
If you prefer a custard-style filling, you can cook milk, sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until thickened.
Variations
Chocolate-filled: Use chocolate ganache or Nutella instead of cream.
Jam-filled: Replace cream with strawberry or raspberry jam.
Custard or vanilla pudding-filled: Add a rich custard made with milk and cornstarch.
Glazed version: Dip the top of each donut in melted chocolate or sugar glaze.
Tips
Make sure the oil is not too hot — donuts will brown quickly and stay raw inside.
Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying.
Let the dough rise well for extra fluffy donuts.
Use a piping bag with a long tip for even filling.
Dust with powdered sugar only when donuts are cooled slightly.
Conclusion (short)
These cream-filled donuts are soft, sweet, and irresistible. Whether served with coffee or enjoyed as a dessert, they bring bakery-style goodness right to your home.