Berliner: Delicious German Doughnuts Filled with Pastry Cream

A Sweet and Fluffy Treat Perfect for Any Occasion

Berliners, also known as German doughnuts, are delightful pastries that are perfect for any occasion. With a soft, fluffy texture and a delicious filling, these doughnuts are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you fill them with pastry cream, chocolate, marmalade, or nut butter, they are always a hit. Follow this recipe to make your own batch of scrumptious Berliners.

Equipment Needed

To make these delicious Berliners, you will need the following equipment:

• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Rolling pin
• Small glass or round cutter
• Baking tray
• Parchment paper
• Frying pan or deep fryer
• Slotted spoon
• Piping bag

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk
• 1 packet dry yeast
• 1/2 tea glass (about 50ml) warm water
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 packet vanilla sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
• 500 grams flour (add gradually as needed)

For the Filling:

• Pastry cream (or chocolate, marmalade, nut butter, etc.)

For the Topping:

• Granulated sugar
• Cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, and dry yeast. Stir and let it sit for a few minutes until frothy.
   • Add the egg, salt, sugar, vanilla sugar, and butter to the mixture. Stir to combine.
   • Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
   • Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth and elastic.
   • Cover the bowl with a cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size.
2. Shape the Doughnuts:
   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air.
   • Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.
   • Use a small glass or round cutter to cut out circles of dough.
   • Place the dough circles on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and cover with a cloth. Let them rest for about 15 minutes.
3. Fry the Doughnuts:
   • Heat oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to 175°C (350°F).
   • Carefully place the dough circles into the hot oil, frying a few at a time until they are golden brown on both sides.
   • Use a slotted spoon to remove the doughnuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
4. Coat the Doughnuts:
   • While the doughnuts are still warm, roll them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon until they are fully coated.
5. Fill the Doughnuts:
   • Use a piping bag to fill the doughnuts with your desired filling (pastry cream, chocolate, marmalade, or nut butter).
6. Serve:
   • Serve the Berliners warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy your delicious Berliners! If you try this recipe, please leave a comment and share your experience.