Treat yourself to these delicious homemade donuts filled with rich strawberry cream. Perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or a delightful dessert!
Homemade donuts are a delicious treat that can brighten up any morning. Filled with a luscious strawberry cream, these donuts are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack. The combination of fluffy donut dough and creamy strawberry filling is simply irresistible.
Ingredients:
For the Donuts:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Strawberry Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Donut Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast. Allow it to rest for approximately 5 minutes until it develops a frothy layer.
- Add the granulated sugar, egg, melted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Donuts:
- After the dough has expanded, gently deflate it to release any trapped air.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ½-inch thickness.
- Use a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out the donuts.
- Place the cut-out donuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a damp cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Fry the Donuts:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the donuts to the hot oil, frying a few at a time to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry each side for about 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Prepare the Strawberry Cream Filling:
- In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the strawberry jam and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fill the Donuts:
- Once the donuts have cooled slightly, use a small knife or a piping nozzle to make a hole in the side of each donut.
- Fill a piping bag fitted with a round tip with the strawberry cream.
- Pipe the strawberry cream into each donut until filled generously.
- Serve:
- Dust the donuts with powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve the strawberry cream-filled donuts fresh and enjoy!
Conclusion
These homemade donuts stuffed with rich strawberry cream are a delightful way to start your day or enjoy a sweet treat. The combination of fluffy donuts and creamy strawberry filling is simply irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special dessert, these donuts are sure to be a hit!
