Description
Silky Vanilla Cream Donuts are a delightful indulgence that combines a light, fluffy dough with a luscious vanilla cream filling. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any sweet craving, these irresistible donuts are glazed to perfection and sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy the comforting aroma of vanilla as you whip up this easy recipe that transforms your kitchen into a cozy bakery.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream for the Cream Filling
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for the Cream Filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar for the Glaze
- 2 tbsp milk for the Glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each donut cavity halfway with batter and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow donuts to cool on a wire rack.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fill cooled donuts using a piping bag or by slicing open.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth; drizzle over filled donuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider using almond extract or lemon zest in the dough. Dust donuts with extra powdered sugar immediately after frying for an elegant finish.