Fluffy Yeast Doughnuts with Caramel Glaze and Cream Filling are a delightful and indulgent treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings. These doughnuts are made from a rich, buttery dough, filled with a creamy filling, and topped with a glossy caramel glaze. The combination of soft, airy dough, creamy filling, and sweet caramel makes these doughnuts irresistible. Perfect for special occasions or as a sweet indulgence to share with family and friends, these doughnuts will quickly become a favorite.
Why You’ll Love This
You’ll love these doughnuts for their light and fluffy texture, rich and creamy filling, and decadent caramel glaze. The dough is enriched with egg yolks and butter, giving it a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. The caramel glaze adds a delightful sweetness and a beautiful finish, while the creamy filling provides an extra layer of indulgence. These doughnuts are a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making them a treat that’s hard to resist.
Perfect Occasion
These doughnuts are perfect for celebrations, weekend brunches, or as a special treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or afternoon tea. They’re an excellent choice for parties, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with a homemade, indulgent dessert. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a get-together, or simply treating yourself, these doughnuts are sure to delight everyone.
Decoration Tips
To enhance the presentation of your Fluffy Yeast Doughnuts, consider dusting them with powdered sugar or adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the caramel glaze for a sweet and salty contrast. You can also drizzle some melted chocolate over the caramel glaze for an extra touch of elegance. For a festive look, add a few colorful sprinkles or edible glitter to make these doughnuts even more appealing.
Ingredients:
For the yeast mixture:
- 250 ml milk (2% fat)
- 40 g fresh yeast
- 20 g sugar
- 20 g flour
For the dough:
- 700 g all-purpose flour
- 100 g butter (room temperature)
- 6 egg yolks
- 100 g sugar
- 30 ml spirit (alcohol)
- 3 g salt
For the caramel:
- 180 g sugar
- 10 ml water
Instructions:
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
- Warm the milk to room temperature. Add sugar, flour, and fresh yeast. Mix well and let it sit in a warm place for 20 minutes until frothy.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add egg yolks, yeast mixture, and spirit. Mix until the ingredients are well combined (about 3 minutes).
- Add the softened butter and knead the dough for about 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 90 minutes, until doubled in size.
- Shape and Cook the Doughnuts:
- Punch down the dough and form small dough balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them rise again for about 40 minutes.
- Heat oil to 170°C (338°F) and fry the doughnuts until golden brown on all sides. Let them cool completely.
- Prepare the Caramel Glaze:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over low heat without stirring, only swirling the pan occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and turns a golden color. Remove from heat.
- Finish the Doughnuts:
- Dip the cooled doughnuts into the hot caramel and let them cool.
- Optionally, fill the doughnuts with your choice of cream. For a simple filling, mix dulce de leche with a bit of heavy cream to achieve a looser consistency.
Enjoy!
