Indulge in these exquisite stuffed donuts, where the soft, fluffy texture of freshly fried dough meets the luxurious smoothness of diplomat cream and the sweet tanginess of homemade berry jam. Each donut is carefully crafted to provide a burst of flavor with every bite, making it a perfect treat for any dessert lover.
Why You'll Love This:
The combination of diplomat cream, which is rich and velvety, with the vibrant, fruit-filled berry jam creates a delightful contrast that's hard to resist. These donuts are not just treats but culinary masterpieces that showcase the harmony of textures and flavors. Perfect for those who appreciate a sophisticated twist on a classic dessert.
Perfect Occasion:
These stuffed donuts are ideal for special occasions, celebrations, or as a luxurious weekend treat. They're great for gathering where you want to impress your guests with something sweet and sophisticated. Serve them at brunch, tea parties, or as a decadent dessert after a family dinner.
Decoration Tips:
Once fried and filled, dust the donuts lightly with powdered sugar for a beautiful, professional finish. You can also drizzle them with a thin glaze or top them with a few fresh berries right before serving to enhance their visual appeal and add a fresh flavor note.
Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- 500 g flour
- 60 g cold butter
- 3 medium or small eggs
- 10 g salt
- 8 g yeast
- 200 ml cold milk
- 60 g sugar
- For the Diplomat Cream:
- 2 egg yolks
- 60 g sugar
- 24 g cornstarch
- Vanilla to taste
- 240 ml warm milk
- 130 g cream
- For the Berry Jam:
- A desired amount of red and black berries, and strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- Sugar to taste
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- For Frying:
- Oil for deep frying
- Powdered sugar for coating
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixer bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Start the mixer and gradually add milk and eggs. Knead on medium to low speed until the dough becomes smooth and elastic, about 15-20 minutes.
- Form the dough into 55 g pieces and shape them into donuts. Let them rise until doubled in size, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Prepare the Diplomat Cream:
- In a bowl, mix egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Gradually whisk in warm milk.
- Transfer to a saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened. Chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours. Once chilled, whip the cream and fold it into the chilled mixture.
- Prepare the Berry Jam:
- Cook the berries with sugar and cornstarch over heat until thickened, resembling a jam consistency.
- Fry the Donuts:
- Heat oil to 160-170°C. Fry the donuts without stirring, about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Coat the fried donuts in powdered sugar.
- Assembly:
- Fill the donuts with diplomat cream and berry jam using a piping bag.
Enjoy these decadent stuffed donuts, perfect for any sweet occasion!