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Italian Bomboloni Cream Donuts

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Experience the delight of Italian Bomboloni Cream Donuts, fluffy fried doughnuts filled with rich, creamy custard for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar, divided
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • For the cream filling:
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, softened butter, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add yeast mixture and egg mixture to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare the cream filling: Heat milk in a saucepan until warm.
  8. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and flour until smooth.
  9. Slowly pour warm milk into egg mixture while whisking, then return to saucepan.
  10. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool.
  11. After dough has risen, roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut into 3-inch circles.
  12. Place circles on parchment-lined tray, cover, and let rise 30 minutes.
  13. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  14. Fry doughnuts in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  15. Drain on paper towels and cool slightly.
  16. Fill a piping bag fitted with a long tip with the cream filling and inject into each donut.
  17. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For an extra indulgent touch, dip the bomboloni in melted chocolate before filling, or serve with fresh berries.

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