Description
These Cream Doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and filled with rich fresh cream, making them an irresistible treat! Lightly fried to golden perfection and coated in castor sugar, these homemade doughnuts are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any sweet craving.
Ingredients
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For the Doughnuts:
- 4 cups cake flour
- 4 tbsp castor sugar
- 4 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 tbsp milk powder (optional, for extra softness)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For Coating & Filling:
- 1 cup castor sugar (for tossing)
- Fresh cream (for filling)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cake flour and 4 tbsp castor sugar.
- Add softened butter and milk powder (if using). Mix until it forms a smooth dough.
2. Knead & Roll:
- Lightly flour a countertop and knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.
- Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thick.
- Use a round cutter (or a glass) to cut doughnut shapes. Cut out the centers to create classic doughnuts.
3. Fry the Doughnuts:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Test the oil by dropping a small piece of dough—it should sizzle immediately.
- Fry doughnuts in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
4. Coat & Fill:
- While still warm, toss doughnuts in castor sugar to coat them evenly.
- Let them cool slightly, then fill with fresh cream using a piping bag.
Notes
- For extra softness, let the dough rest for 15 minutes before rolling.
- Try different fillings! Use custard, jam, or chocolate cream for variety.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, European
