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Bavarian Cream Donuts


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Bavarian Cream Donuts are a delightful fusion of fluffy, sugary dough with a lush, creamy filling that makes each bite a decadent experience. Perfect for those who love their treats generously filled and delicately sweetened, these donuts offer a gourmet twist to a beloved classic.

Not just a treat for the eyes, these donuts are crafted with a meticulous process that ensures every aspect from the airy dough to the rich, smooth cream is absolute perfection. Ideal for special occasions or as a sumptuous weekend treat, Bavarian Cream Don


Ingredients

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1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup shortening
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 and 1/4 cups bread flour, plus more as necessary
2 and 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
For frying and sugaring:
12 cups canola oil
3 cups granulated sugar for rolling
For the filling:
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 batch Pastry cream (prepared ahead)


Instructions

Make the pastry cream first and chill it.
Warm the milk to 105-110°F, dissolve 1 tbsp sugar and yeast, and allow to bubble.
Mix yeast mixture with remaining sugar, shortening, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl.
Combine flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda, then knead into a smooth, elastic dough.
Proof in a warm, humid oven until doubled, then shape and proof again.
Heat oil to 350°F and fry donuts until golden.
Roll hot donuts in sugar and let cool.
Whip cream and powdered sugar, fold in chilled pastry cream.
Fill donuts using a piping bag.

  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 312 kcal