Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed (120ml)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (60g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pastry cream or jam of your choice (240ml)
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, warmed milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; mix until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in an oiled bowl; cover with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll out to about 1/2 inch thick; cut into circles.
  7. Gather scraps, re-roll, and cut additional circles as needed.
  8. Place dough rounds on a floured tray; cover lightly and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  9. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or pot.
  10. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  11. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined plate for draining.
  12. Once cooled slightly, fill each doughnut with the pastry cream or jam using a piping bag.
  13. Roll in or dust with powdered sugar before serving.