These homemade yeast doughnuts are crafted with precision and care, starting with a rich dough that includes a unique touch of spirits for an exceptionally tender crumb. Each doughnut is deep-fried to golden perfection, offering a crispy exterior that gives way to a soft, airy interior. These delights are then filled with a creamy, slightly loose mixture of dulce de leche and cream, and finally dipped in a homemade caramel glaze, adding a sweet, glossy finish.
Why You'll Love This:
The doughnuts have a comforting warmth and sweetness that are balanced perfectly by the depth of the caramel and the richness of the cream filling. The use of spirits in the dough subtly enhances the flavors, making these treats unlike any store-bought variety. Each bite melds the crispness of the caramel with the soft dough and creamy filling, creating a multi-layered sensory experience.
Perfect Occasion:
These doughnuts are perfect for any gathering that calls for a special, indulgent treat. They are especially fitting for celebrations like birthdays, holidays, or even as a weekend baking project to share with family. Their elegant appearance and delightful taste make them a hit at both casual and formal events.
Decoration Tips:
After dipping in caramel, you could sprinkle each doughnut with a little sea salt or drizzle with dark chocolate to add another layer of flavor. Additionally, edible gold leaf or colored sprinkles could be used for a festive touch, making these doughnuts as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients:
- Yeast Mixture:
- 250 ml of 2% milk
- 40 g of fresh yeast
- 20 g of sugar
- 20 g of flour
- Dough:
- 700 g of all-purpose flour
- 100 g of room temperature butter
- 6 egg yolks
- 100 g of sugar
- 30 ml of spirits
- 3 g of salt
- Caramel Glaze:
- 180 g of sugar
- 10 ml of water
- Start by warming the milk to room temperature. Mix in the sugar, flour, and yeast. Stir well and let it sit in a warm place for 20 minutes to activate.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and egg yolks. Add the yeast mixture and spirits, and mix thoroughly for about 3 minutes. Then, incorporate the soft butter and knead the dough for another 7 minutes. Allow it to rise for 90 minutes.
- Form small doughnuts from the risen dough and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Let them rise again for 40 minutes. Fry in oil at 170℃ until golden.
- For the caramel glaze, combine sugar and water in a pan. Heat gently, swirling the pan until the sugar dissolves and turns golden. Remove from heat.
- Dip the cooled doughnuts in the hot caramel and set aside to cool.
Enjoy these deliciously sophisticated yeast doughnuts, filled and glazed to perfection for your next special occasion!