If you’re a fan of donuts, then you are in for a treat with this unique twist on the classic round donut. Imagine a donut that is square, soft, and filled with a rich, creamy pastry cream. This delightful dessert combines the best of both worlds—crispy fried dough and velvety smooth pastry cream. Whether you’re planning a special occasion, a weekend treat, or simply craving something sweet, these square donuts filled with pastry cream will become a family favorite. Follow this detailed recipe to create this mouthwatering dessert in your kitchen!
Ingredients:
For the Pastry Cream:
- 3 egg yolks
- 80g of sugar
- 80ml of cream
- 240ml of milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 30g butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
For the Donuts:
- 1 egg
- 50g of sugar
- 360ml of milk
- 380g of flour
- 2 tablespoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 30g powdered milk
- 40ml vegetable oil
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pastry Cream:
The key to making square donuts filled with pastry cream lies in creating the perfect pastry cream filling. Here’s how you can do it:
- Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks, 80g sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar, 80ml cream, 240ml milk, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth. The cornstarch will help thicken the cream as it cooks, making it velvety.
- Step 2: Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes. You’ll notice the mixture start to thicken as the cornstarch activates. Keep stirring to ensure the texture remains smooth.
- Step 3: Once the cream has thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately add 30g butter. Stir until the butter melts completely, and the pastry cream becomes silky and smooth.
- Step 4: Once the butter is fully incorporated, cover the pastry cream with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent a skin from forming on the surface. Let the cream cool completely at room temperature or in the fridge. It’s essential to allow the cream to cool so it doesn’t melt the donuts when filled later.
2. Make the Donut Dough:
Next, it’s time to prepare the dough that will form the delicious square donut shape. Donut dough is what gives these treats their fluffy texture and crispy outer layer once fried. Here’s how you can prepare the dough:
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