Description
Boston cream pie donuts blend classic American dessert magic into irresistible pastry perfection. Sweet vanilla custard and rich chocolate glaze create a delightful dance of flavors you’ll absolutely crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vanilla pudding
- 1 cup chocolate ganache
Leavening and Frying:
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by whisking it into lukewarm milk, allowing it to bloom and become foamy for approximately 5 minutes.
- Incorporate sugar, eggs, melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture, stirring until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Gradually fold in flour, mixing carefully until a soft, pliable dough develops without overworking the mixture.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead methodically for 5-7 minutes, creating a smooth and elastic texture.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and allow it to rise in a warm environment for 60-90 minutes until it doubles in volume.
- Roll out the risen dough to a uniform 1/2-inch thickness and use a circular cutter to shape donuts, allowing them to proof for an additional 25-35 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil to precisely 350°F (175°C) and carefully fry donuts for 60-90 seconds per side, achieving a golden-amber color and crisp exterior.
- Once cooled, use a piping bag with a narrow tip to inject each donut with smooth vanilla pastry cream, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare chocolate ganache and delicately dip the tops of the donuts, allowing excess to drip off and the coating to set at room temperature.
Notes
- Precise Yeast Activation Warm milk should feel comfortably lukewarm, not hot, to prevent killing the yeast and ensure proper rising.
- Dough Elasticity Knead the dough thoroughly to develop gluten, creating a soft and stretchy texture that guarantees fluffy donuts.
- Temperature Control Maintain consistent oil temperature at 350F while frying to achieve golden-brown exteriors without greasy or undercooked centers.
- Filling Technique Insert the piping tip deep into the donut’s side and squeeze gently to distribute vanilla pudding evenly throughout without tearing the donut.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg