These Crème Brûlée Donuts are a luxurious twist on a classic favorite, bringing together the crispy, golden caramelized sugar topping of crème brûlée with the soft, pillowy texture of a freshly fried donut. The rich, velvety crème brûlée filling adds an indulgent creaminess that contrasts beautifully with the crisp, sweet topping, creating the perfect balance of textures and flavors.
- Ingredients:For the donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
- Make the donuts: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. The batter should be thick but spoonable.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Using a spoon or donut scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying the donuts for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove the donuts and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Make the crème brûlée filling: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until smooth.
- Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and butter, and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a piping bag.
- Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, use a sharp knife or donut corer to make a hole in the center of each donut. Fill the hole with the crème brûlée filling.
- Caramelize the sugar: Sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over the top of each filled donut. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until golden and crispy, just like the top of a crème brûlée. If you don’t have a torch, you can place the donuts under a broiler for 1-2 minutes to achieve the same effect.
- Serve the donuts warm, and enjoy the indulgent crème brûlée experience!
Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 12 donuts
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