Gourmet donuts with crème brûlée: a delicate fusion between French dessert and classic donut

Crème Brûlée donuts offer a unique twist on two beloved desserts by combining the rich, creamy texture of crème brûlée with the soft, chewy structure of donuts. Each donut is filled with luxurious vanilla custard, then topped with a thin layer of crunchy caramelized sugar, mimicking the iconic crème brûlée crust. This dessert is a creative masterpiece, perfect for those who appreciate a sophisticated take on traditional treats.

Why you'll love it: These donuts are an absolute treat for the senses. The contrast between the soft donut and the crackling sugar creates a satisfying textural experience, while the rich custard filling infuses each bite with velvety vanilla goodness. If you enjoy the pleasure of piercing the sweet shell of a crème brûlée, you'll find a similar joy here, with the added delight of a comforting, doughy base.

Perfect occasion: Crème Brûlée donuts are ideal for special occasions that call for an extraordinary dessert. They are perfect for brunches, sophisticated afternoon teas or as a standout treat at a dessert buffet. These donuts are sure to impress guests at wedding showers, birthday celebrations, or any gathering where you want to offer something a little more upscale and memorable.

Decorating Tips: replaces the word nice with empty enhance their visual appeal, you can serve these donuts on a beautiful dessert display or plate them individually with a dusting of powdered sugar and some edible flowers for decoration. For an extra touch of elegance, pair each donut with a small serving of fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

Ingredients:

• Dough:
  • 3 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cup warm whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/3 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
• Custard filling:
  • 1 2/3 cups whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 vanilla pod split and scraped
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Burnt replaces the word nice with emptypping:
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the dough:
   • Combine flour, sugar, yeast and salt in a large mixing bowl.
   • Add the warm milk and egg to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
   • Add the softened butter and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
   • Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
2. Prepare the custard filling:
   • In a saucepan, combine milk, vanilla extract, vanilla bean seeds and salt. bring to a boil.
   • Whisk together sugar, cornstarch and egg yolks in another bowl.
   • Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
   • Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until thickened.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the butter. Let cool, then refrigerate until set.
3. Fry the donuts:
   • Roll out the dough and cut it into rounds.
   • Fry in hot vegetable oil until golden brown on each side.
   • Drain on absorbent paper and let cool.
4. Complete and finish:
   • Fill a piping bag with the custard and inject it into each donut.
   • Prepare the brulee filling by boiling the sugar and water until it is amber in color.
   • Carefully pour the hot sugar over each custard-filled donut to create a thin, hard shell.

Enjoy these exquisite crème brûlée donuts, a delicious treat that beautifully combines the elegance of the French dessert with the comforting joy of a classic donut!