Indulge in Caramelized Crème Brûlée Donuts at Home
These Caramelized Crème Brûlée Donuts combine the flavors of a classic dessert with homemade fun, offering a crispy outside and creamy center.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- Deep fryer or heavy pot
- Slotted spoon
- Piping bag
- Kitchen torch or broiler
Ingredients
For the Donut Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour provides the base structure for your fluffy donuts
- ½ cup granulated sugar sweetens the batter, making it irresistible
- 1 tablespoon baking powder helps the donuts rise beautifully
- ½ teaspoon salt enhances the flavors and balances sweetness
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth and a hint of spice
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg complements the flavors with its fragrant aroma
- ½ cup milk keeps the batter moist and tender
- 2 large eggs binds the ingredients and contributes to the dough’s richness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses a delightful aroma and flavor
- ¼ cup melted butter enriches the batter for a deliciously moist texture
- heavy oil for frying use any high-heat resistant oil
For the Crème Brûlée Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream forms the luxurious base of your custard filling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the custard with a sweet, aromatic touch
- ¼ cup brown sugar adds deep molasses flavor to balance the creaminess
- granulated sugar for caramelizing crucial element for that signature crispy crust
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well blended.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and vanilla extract, heating until just simmering.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add warm cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously and then return to low heat until thickened.
- Cool the custard at room temperature.
- Use a piping bag to fill each fried donut with the custard.
- Spread granulated sugar over a heatproof surface and caramelize it using a kitchen torch or broiler.
- Serve donuts warm or at room temperature for the best experience.
Notes
Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1donutCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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